2018-2019 High School Course Book

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Graduation Requirements · Grade Classification · Irving ISD Course Descriptions Exit Level Testing Requirements · Career and Technical Education


Table of Contents Graduation Requirements ................................................................................................................................................. 1 Graduation Programs Class of 2018 and Beyond ............................................................................................................ 2 Acknowledgements.................................................................. ........................................................................................ .5 Grade Classification of Students ....................................................................................................................................... 8 Irving ISD Dual Credit Program Offerings ......................................................................................................................... 9 English Language Arts .................................................................................................................................................... 10 Reading .............................................................................................................................................................. 12 Speech ............................................................................................................................................................... 12 Journalism .......................................................................................................................................................... 12 AVID ................................................................................................................................................................... 13 English as a Second Language ...................................................................................................................................... 13 Mathematics .................................................................................................................................................................... 14 Science ........................................................................................................................................................................... 16 Social Studies.................................................................................................................................................................. 17 Physical Education .......................................................................................................................................................... 20 Health ........................................................................................................................................................................... 20 Athletics ........................................................................................................................................................................... 21 Language Other Than English ........................................................................................................................................ 21 Technology Applications ................................................................................................................................................. 23 Fine Arts Visual Arts .......................................................................................................................................................... 24 Dance ................................................................................................................................................................. 26 Music .................................................................................................................................................................. 26 Theater Arts ....................................................................................................................................................... 27 Leadership....................................................................................................................................................................... 28 Fundamentals.................................................................................................................................................................. 28 Recommended High School Course Sequences English................................................................................................................................................................ 29 Math ................................................................................................................................................................... 30 Science............................................................................................................................................................... 31 Social Studies .................................................................................................................................................... 32 Gifted and Talented ........................................................................................................................................... 32 ESOL/ESL 9th Grade .......................................................................................................................................... 33 ESOL/ESL 10th-11th Grade ................................................................................................................................. 33 Career & Technical Education Signature Studies ............................................................................................................................................... 34 Cardwell Career Preparatory Center School of Workforce Readiness ......................................................................................................................... 38 School of Automotive Technologies ................................................................................................................... 42 School of Cosmetology ...................................................................................................................................... 49 Irving High School School of Aviation Science ................................................................................................................................ 52 School of Biomedical Sciences .......................................................................................................................... 56 MacArthur High School School of Architecture, Construction, and Civil Engineering ............................................................................. 59 School of Business and Entrepreneurship ......................................................................................................... 66 Nimitz High School School of Environmental Entrepreneurship ....................................................................................................... 75 School of Veterinary Science ............................................................................................................................. 82 Pathways at Irving, MacArthur and Nimitz ...................................................................................................................... 85 Jack E. Singley Academy School of Law and Public Service .................................................................................................................... 104 School of Innovative Technology ..................................................................................................................... 113 School of Health Science ................................................................................................................................. 120 School of Culinary Arts and Hospitality Services ............................................................................................. 130 Additional Courses .......................................................................................................................................... 135 Frequently Asked Questions – College Credit and Types of Courses.......................................................................... 136 Administration Contact .................................................................................................................................................. 136 High School Campus Contact ....................................................................................................................................... 137


Graduation Requirements How to Use This Guide This course description guide is provided for the convenience of parents and students in selecting courses for high school. Course listings follow the same order as the subject areas on the graduation program charts. Electives are listed within each subject area. The grade level indicated represents the normal progression of courses. Students may enroll for a course at a different grade level provided the prerequisite has been met. Some courses may be available only at selected campuses. Those are noted with a location code. No location indicates the course is offered at all high school campuses. All elective courses listed in this guide will be offered if enrollments are sufficient and if qualified teachers are available.

Graduation Requirements Students who entered 9th grade in 2014 or are not yet in high school will graduate on the Texas Foundation plan (see pages 2-7). All entering freshmen will be registered for at least one endorsement in addition to the foundation requirements; the endorsement may be changed if a new endorsement can be completed. Students who choose to graduate without an endorsement must wait until the end of the sophomore year and have parent or guardian permission. All endorsements and performance acknowledgements will be indicated on a student’s transcript.

STAAR E.O.C. Requirements for High School Students High School students will be required to pass five (5) End of Course (EOC) Assessments. The 5 EOC Assessments are: English I, English II, Algebra I, Biology, and U.S. History.

Department of Career and Technical Education (CTE) Public Notification of Nondiscrimination in CTE Programs It is the policy of Irving I.S.D. not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, gender or handicap in its vocational programs, services or activities as required by Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, as amended; Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972; Section 503 and 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973; as amended. Irving I.S.D. will take steps to ensure that lack of English language skills will not be a barrier to admission and participation in all educational programs and services. Irving Independent School District offers the following Career and Technical Education programs: Agriculture, Food & Natural Resources; Architecture & Construction; Arts, A/V Technology & Communications; Business, Management & Administration; Education & Training; Government & Public Administration; Health Science; Hospitality & Tourism; Human Services; Information Technology; Law, Public Safety, Corrections & Security; Manufacturing; Marketing, Sales & Service; Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics; and, Transportation, Distribution & Logistics. Admission to these programs is based on interest, age appropriateness and class space availability. It is the policy of Irving I.S.D. not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, gender or handicap in its vocational programs, services or activities as required by Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, as amended; Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972; Section 503 and 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973; as amended. Irving I.S.D. will take steps to ensure that lack of English language skills will not be a barrier to admission and participation in all educational programs and services. Irving ISD will take steps to assure that lack of English language skills will not be a barrier to admission and participation in all educational and vocational programs. For information about your rights or grievance procedures, contact the Title IX Coordinator, Clint Roddy at 2621 West Airport Freeway, 972-600-5215, and/or the section 504 Coordinator, Jose Villasenor, at 2621 West Airport Freeway, 972-600-5025.

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Graduation Programs Class of 2018 and Beyond Irving students will pursue the Foundation High School Plan with an Endorsement or the Distinguished Level of Achievement upon entering 9th grade. Endorsement requirements are identified on the next page. Foundation HS Program Subject Areas

English English I, II, III and an advanced English course Comm. App./Prof. Comm.(Speech)*** Mathematics (including Algebra I, Geometry, and an advanced math course) Science (Biology, IPC and one advanced course OR Biology and two advanced courses) Social Studies (World Geography, World History, US History, Government and Economics)

Foundation with Endorsement(s)

Distinguished Achievement+

Credits

Subject Areas

Credits

Subject Areas

Credits

4

English same

4

English same

4

½

Same

3

3

Mathematics (including Algebra 1, Geometry, and two advanced math courses) Science (Biology, IPC and two advanced courses OR Bio and three advanced courses

½

4

4

Social Studies

Same Mathematics (Algebra 1, Geom and two adv maths which include Alg.2) Science Same as Foundation with Endorsement

½

4

4

Social Studies

4

same

4

same

4

Physical Education * *

1

Physical Education**

1

Physical Education**

1

Health Languages Other Than English Fine Arts

½

Health Languages Other Than English Fine Arts Requirements of an Endorsement

½

Health Languages Other Than English Fine Arts Requirements of an Endorsement

½

Electives

3

Total Credits Required

22

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Electives (including endorsement courses)

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Electives (including endorsement courses)

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2 1 See Next Page 5

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+ A student must earn the Distinguished Level of Achievement to be eligible for top 10% automatic admission **Credit for PE courses may be earned through participation in athletics or JROTC or appropriate private or commercially-sponsored physical activity programs for a maximum of four credits, or through participation in marching band, cheerleading or drill team. ***Certain courses may replace this requirement. See page 11 for a list of those courses. A student may graduate under the foundation high school program without an endorsement if, after the student’s sophomore year, a committee including the student, the students’ parent, and the counselor determine that it is in the best interest of the student to bypass the benefits of graduating with an endorsement. A student served by an A.R.D. committee may also graduate without an endorsement.

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Programas de Graduación Clase de 2018 en Adelante Al ingresar al 9º grado, los estudiantes de Irving seguirán el Plan de Secundaria Básico/Fundamental con una Especialidad o el Nivel de Desempeño Destacado. Los requisitos para las Especialidades se detallan en la página siguiente. Programa Básico/Fundamental

Programa Básico/Fundamental con Especialidad(es)

Programa de Desempeño Destacado

Materias

Créditos

Materias

Créditos

Materias

Créditos

4

Inglés igual

4

Inglés igual

4

Igual

½

Igual

½

4

Matemáticas (Algebra I, Geometría, y dos cursos avanzados cuales incluyen Algebra 2)

4

4

Ciencias Naturales Igual que el Programa Básico/Fundamental con Especialidad

4

Inglés Inglés I, II, III y un curso de Inglés avanzado Comunicación (Discurso)*** Matemáticas (incluyendo Algebra I, Geometría, y un curso de matemáticas avanzado)

½

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Matemáticas (incluyendo Algebra I, Geometría, y dos cursos de matemáticas avanzados)

Ciencias Naturales (Biología, IPC y un curso avanzado O Biología y dos cursos avanzados)

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Ciencias Naturales (Biología, IPC y dos cursos avanzado O Biología y tres cursos avanzados)

Ciencias Sociales (Geografía Mundial, Historia Mundial, Historia de EE.UU., Gobierno y Economía)

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Educación Física**

1

Educación Física**

1

Educación Física**

1

Salud Otros Idiomas además del Inglés Bellas Artes

½

Salud Otros Idiomas además del Inglés Bellas Artes

½

Salud Otros Idiomas además del Inglés Bellas Artes

½

Ciencias Sociales

Ciencias Sociales 4

igual

2 1

Requisitos de una especialidad Electivos

3

Total de Créditos Requeridos

22

Electivos (incluyendo cursos de especialidad)

4 igual

2 1 Vea la página siguiente 5

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Requisitos de una especialidad Electivos (incluyendo cursos de especialidad)

2 1 Vea la página siguiente 5

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+ El estudiante debe obtener el Programa de Desempeño Destacado para ser elegible a ingreso automático del 10% de los mejores alumnos (Top 10%) ** Crédito para los cursos de educación física se puede obtener a través de la participación en atletismo, JROTC o programas apropiados de actividad física privados o patrocinados comercialmente para un máximo de cuatro créditos, o a través de la participación en la banda de marcha, porristas o drill team. *** Cierto cursos pueden sustituir este requisito – consulte la página 11. Un estudiante puede graduarse bajo el programa básico/fundamental sin una especialidad. Si después del segundo año de estudios, un comité que incluye al estudiante, padre del estudiante, y el consejero/a determina que lo mejor para el estudiante, es sobrepasar los beneficios de graduarse con una especialidad. Un estudiante recibiendo servicios de un comité A.R.D. también puede graduarse sin una especialidad. 3


Irving ISD Graduation Programs Class of 2018 and Beyond - Endorsements Endorsement Areas * In order to earn an endorsement, a student must also complete 4 Math and 4 Science credits. Student must take Foundation curriculum including Algebra II, following: 1.

STEM 2. 3. 4.

Chemistry, and Physics and ONE of the

Coherent sequence of four credits in the following Programs of Study: • Computer Science • Engineering – Aerospace, Aviation, Biomedical, Civil or Environmental • Aviation Science Five credits in Mathematics: • Algebra I, Geometry, Algebra II, and two additional advanced courses Five credits in Science: • Biology, Chemistry, Physics, and two additional advanced science courses In addition to Alg. II, Chem. And Phys., a sequence of three additional courses from 1,2 or 3 above.

Student must take Foundation curriculum and ONE of the following: 1.

Coherent sequence of four credits in the following Programs of Study: • Agriculture • Applied Technology, Office Management • Architecture and Construction • Arts, AV Technology, and Communications • Business, Marketing and Finance • Transportation, Distribution and Logistics • Airport Operations and Management • Information Technology • Manufacturing • Hospitality and Tourism

2.

Four English elective credits including THREE levels of ONE of these: • Journalism, Broadcast Journalism, Newspaper, Yearbook, Debate

Business and Industry

Student must take Foundation curriculum and ONE of the following: 1.

Coherent sequence of four credits in the following Programs of Study: • Education and Training • Health Science • Human Services - Cosmetology • Law and Public Service

2.

Four courses in JROTC

Public Services

Student must take Foundation Curriculum and ONE of the following:

Arts & Humanities

1. 2. 3. 4. 5.

A total of five social studies courses Four levels of the same Language other than English, including ASL Two levels of two different Languages other than English Coherent sequence of four credits in one or two disciplines of fine arts Four English elective advanced courses which may include English 4 and beyond

Student must take Foundation Curriculum and ONE of the following:

Multidisciplinary Studies

1. 2. 3.

Four advanced courses from within one endorsement area or among endorsement areas that are not in a coherent sequence. Four credits in each of the four foundation subject areas to include English IV and chemistry and/or physics Four credits in AP or dual credit selected from the foundation subject areas, Languages other than English, or fine arts

*Not all programs of study are available at all campuses. Some programs are limited in enrollment by space or staffing limitations. 4


Irving ISD Graduation Programs Class of 2018 and Beyond - Performance Acknowledgements A student may earn a performance acknowledgement for outstanding performance in: •

Dual credit class – at least 12 college hours with a grade of 3.0 out of 4.0

Bilingualism and Biliteracy – minimum GPA in English courses and satisfying ONE of the following: 1) At least three credits in the same Language other than English with at least an 80 average 2) A score of 3 or higher on a College Board AP exam in a Language other than English 3) If the student is an English language learner, he must also have exited the ESL program and scored Advanced High on the TELPAS

AP Test – must score a 3 or above on a College Board AP exam

PSAT, ACT-Plan, SAT, ACT – must score the following on one of these exams: 1) Earning a score on the PSAT/NMSQT that qualifies a student for recognition as a commended scholar or higher, or recognized as a National Hispanic Scholar or National Achievement Scholar 2) Achieving the college readiness benchmark score on the ACT-PLAN in at least two of the four subjects 3) Earning a combined critical reading and mathematics score of at least 1250 on the SAT 4) Earning a composite score of 28 on the ACT examination

Nationally or internationally recognized business or industry certificate: Qualification for an APPROVED federal, state, or industry certification or license related to the student’s program of study. An approved list will be provided by the Texas Education Agency.

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Programas de Graduación de Irving ISD Clase de 2018 en Adelante - Especialidades Aéreas de Especialidad* Con el fin de obtener aprobación, un estudiante también debe completar 4 créditos de Matemáticas y 4 de Ciencia. El estudiante debe tomar el plan de estudio Básico/Fundamental incluyendo Algebra II, Química, y Física y UNO de los siguientes:

Ciencias, Tecnología, Ingeniería y Matemáticas (STEM, por sus siglas en inglés)

Negocios e Industria

1.

2.

Artes y Humanidades

Estudios Multidisciplinarios

Ciencias de la computación

Ingeniería - Aeroespacial, Aeronáutica, Biomédica, Civil o Ambiental

Ciencia de Aviación

Cinco créditos en Matemáticas: •

Algebra I, Geometría, Algebra II, más dos cursos avanzados

3.

Cinco créditos en Ciencias: • Biología, Química, Física, más dos cursos de ciencia avanzados

4.

Además de Algebra II, Química y Física, una secuencia de tres cursos adicionales de los números 1, 2 o 3 de arriba.

El estudiante debe tomar el plan de estudio Básico/Fundamental y UNO de los siguientes: 1. Secuencia coherente de cuatro créditos en los siguientes Programas de Estudio: • Agricultura • Tecnología Aplicada, Administración • Arquitectura y Construcción • Artes, Tecnologías Audio/Vídeo, y Comunicaciones • Negocios, Mercadotécnica y Finanzas • Transportación, Distribución y Logística • Operaciones y Administración Aeroportuaria • Tecnologías de la Información • Manufactura • Hostelería y Turismo 2.

Servicios Públicos

Secuencia coherente de cuatro créditos en los siguientes Programas de Estudio:

Cuatro cursos electivos de Inglés incluyendo TRES niveles de UNO de estos: Periodismo, Periodismo Televisivo, Periódico, Libro de Año Escolar, Debate

El estudiante debe tomar el plan de estudio Básico/Fundamental y UNO de los siguientes: 1. Secuencia coherente de cuatro créditos en los siguientes Programas de Estudio: • Educación y Formación • Ciencias de la Salud • Servicios Humanos - Cosmetología • Leyes y Servicios Públicos 2. Cuatro cursos en JROTC El estudiante debe tomar el plan de estudio Básico/Fundamental y UNO de los siguientes: 1. Un total de cinco cursos en ciencias sociales 2. Cuatro niveles del mismo Idioma diferente al inglés, incluyendo ASL 3. Dos niveles de dos diferentes Idiomas diferentes al inglés 4. Secuencia coherente de cuatro créditos en una o dos disciplinas de las bellas artes 5. Cuatro cursos avanzados electivos de inglés cuales pueden incluir inglés 4 y más El estudiante debe tomar el plan de estudio Básico/Fundamental y UNO delos siguientes: 1. Cuatro cursos avanzados en un área de especialidad o entre áreas de especialidades que no están en secuencia coherente. 2. Cuatro créditos en cada una de las materias básicas incluyendo inglés IV y química, y/o física. 3. Cuatro créditos en AP o doble crédito seleccionados de las áreas básicas, idiomas diferentes al inglés, 4. o bellas artes.

* No todos los programas de estudio están disponibles en todos los campus.

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Programas de Graduación de Irving ISD Clase de 2018 en Adelante - Reconocimientos por Desempeño Un estudiante puede obtener un reconocimiento por desempeño sobresaliente en: •

Cursos de doble crédito – por lo menos 12 créditos universitarios con un promedio (GPA) de 3.0 en una escala de 4.0

Bilingüismo y alfabetización – promedio (GPA) mínimo en cursos de inglés y cumplir con una de las siguientes: 1) Por lo menos tres créditos del mismo idioma diferente al inglés (LOTE por sus siglas en inglés) con un promedio mínimo de 80 2) Una puntuación de 3 o más en un examen de Prueba Avanzada (AP por sus siglas en inglés) del College Board en un idioma diferente al inglés. 3) Si el alumno es un estudiante de inglés como segundo idioma (ESL por sus siglas en inglés), también debe haber superado el programa de ESL y haber recibido el rango Avanzada Alto en el TELPAS

Prueba Avanzada (AP por sus siglas en ingles) – debe anotar 3 o más en un examen AP

PSAT, ACT-Plan, SAT, ACT – debe anotar lo siguiente en uno de estos exámenes: 1) Obtener un resultado en el PSAT/NMSQT que califique al estudiante para el reconocimiento comendado o más, o reconocimiento como un Hispano Académico Nacional o Académico Nacional de Logro 2) Lograr resultados de norma de preparación universitaria en el ACT-PLAN en al menos dos de las cuatro materias. 3) Obtener un resultado combinado de por lo menos 1250 en las secciones de lectura crítica y matemáticas del examen SAT. 4) Obtener un resultado promedio de 28 en el examen ACT.

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Un certificado de negocios o industria reconocidos a nivel nacional o internacional: Capacitación para un certificado APROVADO federalmente, estatalmente, o una certificación de industria o licencia relacionada al programa de estudio del estudiante. Una lista aprobada será proporcionada por la Agencia de Educación de Texas.


Irving Independent School District Grade Classification of Students 1. Students are classified once a year at the end of the school year in June. The only exception is for those students who attend summer school or those students who participate in a district program designed for grade acceleration. The classification of students who attend summer school is revised, if applicable, in August. Only seniors are reclassified when correspondence, CBE or Dual course grades are received. 2. If an error is discovered in a student's classification or if the school receives new records that reflect more or fewer credits, the counselors submit a correction immediately. 3. Classification of students is based on number of credits earned and courses completed as indicated below. There are two exceptions to this rule: students in Gifted and Talented (G/T) programs and new immigrant students. The credit and classification breakdown is published in the student handbook. • • • •

Freshmen 0 - 5½ credits Sophomore 6 - 11½ Junior 12 - 17½ Senior 18 +

4. Classification of G/T students - G/T students who earn 6 or more credits in middle school will remain in the normal progression of their class. 5. Classification of ELL Immigrant Students – Because all students receiving a diploma from an accredited Texas public school must meet the state graduation requirements, including passing all required STAAR EOC tests. New ELL students should not be enrolled in a grade level higher than 11th grade regardless of age or years completed in their country of origin. Students who have graduated from high school in another country may not be enrolled regardless of age. Please refer these students to a post-secondary institution and/or adult ESOL classes. 6. Three Year Graduates - Students who wish to graduate in three years will need to fill out the necessary documents with their counselor preferably no later than the end of their sophomore year. Three year graduates may be classified as seniors at the beginning of their third year of high school or mid-term if they have enough credits.

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Irving ISD Dual Credit Program Offerings The Early College Start Program helps connect students to college before graduating high school by providing ALL students the opportunity for an early college experience through Dual Credit. Interested students should contact their counselor. Irving ISD has an instructional partnership with Dallas County Community Colleges to offer dual credit courses for students enrolled in Irving ISD high schools. The dual credit program enrolls students in college courses while they are still in high school, allowing them to earn credit for both high school and college credit. Dual Credit courses are offered in a variety of subject areas including math, science, English, economics, history, government and a wide variety of technical courses. Irving ISD has designed several pathways, as indicated in the table below, for students to earn college credit through the Irving ISD dual credit program: Dual Credit – Basic, Dual Credit – Core, Associates of Arts or Associates of Science allowing a student to earn anywhere from 24 hours to 60 hours of college credit. Dual Credit-Basic Fall Spring

Dual Credit-Core Fall Spring

9th Grade

PSYC 2301 HIST 2321 CHEM 1405

10th Grade

HIST 2322 CHEM 1405

Summer of 10

11TH Grade

HIST 1301 ENGL 1301

HIST 2321

HIST 2322 CHEM 1405

HIST 2321 CHEM 1405

GOVT 2305

ART 1303

GOVT 2306

ART 1303

CHEM 1405

HIST 2322 CHEM 1405

ENGL 1301

ENGL 1302

ENGL 1301

ENGL 1302

ENGL 1301

ENGL 1302

ENGL 1302

HIST 1302/ BIO 1406

HIST 1301/ BIO 1406

HIST 1302

HIST 1301

HIST 1302

HIST 1301

BIO 1406

BIO 1406

BIO 1406

BIO 1406

PHED 1164

PHED 1164 GOVT 2305 ENGL 2322

Assoc of Science Fall Spring PSYC 2301

HIST 1302

Summer of 11

12TH Grade

Assoc of Arts Fall Spring PSYC 2301

ECON 2301

ENGL 2322

ENGL 2323

ENGL 2322

ECON 2301 MATH 1314

GOVT 2305

ECON 2301

PHIL 1301

SPCH 1311

ENGL 2323

Additional options MATH 1314, MATH 1342, SPCH 1315

24 Hours

PHED 1304

39-41 Hours

ENGL 2323 GOVT 2305 6 hrs CLLG Alg PHIL 1301

60 Hours

ENGL 2322

ENGL 2323

ECON GOVT 2305 2301 SPCH MATH 1314 1311 6 hours from BCIS, BIO. CHEM, COSC, ENGR, ENVR, GEOL, MATH, or PHYS 60 Hours

To be eligible for enrollment in a dual credit course, students must meet the minimum passing standards for the Texas Success Initiative (TSI). The minimum standards set by Dallas County Community College District for the TSI are indicated in the chart below.

Instrument

TSI Assessment 9

State TSI Reading Standard *351 or above

State TSI Writing Standard A placement score of at least 340, and an essay score of at least 4, or a placement score of less than 340, and an ABE Diagnostic level of at least a 4, and an essay score of at least 5

State TSI Math Standard *350 or above


English Language Arts English I [B15140

ENG 1

03220100]

Grade: 9 Credit: 1 English I students are expected to plan, draft, edit, and revise written compositions on a regular basis in a variety of forms including literary, expository and persuasive texts. An emphasis is placed on organizing logical arguments with clearly expressed related definitions, theses, and evidence. English I students read extensively in multiple genres from world literature such as reading selected stories, dramas, novels, and poetry. Students learn literary forms and terms associated with selections being read. Students interpret the possible influences of the historical context on a literary work.

Pre AP English I [B15189

ENG 1

03220100]

Grade: 9 Credit: 1 This college preparatory course explores the subject matter in depth and complexity. The student will refine oral and written communication skills as well as read all forms of literature extensively and analytically in preparation for AP English courses.

English II [B15240

ENG 2

03220200]

Grade: 10 Credit: 1 English II students are expected to plan, draft, edit, and revise written compositions on a regular basis in a variety of forms including expository, persuasive and analytical texts. These personal forms of writing may include a response to literature, a reflective essay, or an autobiographical narrative. English II students read extensively in multiple genres from world literature such as reading selected stories, dramas, novels, and poetry. Students learn literary forms and terms associated with selections being read. Students interpret the possible influences of the historical context on a literary work.

Pre AP English II [B15279 [B15269

PREAPENG2GT 03220200] PREAPENG2 03220200]

Grades: 10 Credit: 1 The thematic content of this Pre-AP course continues to accelerate the integration of the strands of language arts. Students apply oral and written communication skills and read extensively, analytically, and critically through an in-depth study of American and Western literature in preparation for AP English courses.

Pre AP English III [B15359

[B15340

ENG 3

03220300]

Grades: 11 Credit: 1 English III students are expected to plan, draft, edit, and revise written compositions on a regular basis in a variety of forms including expository, persuasive, and analytical texts. English III students read extensively in multiple genres from American literature and other world literature. Periods from American literature may include the precolonial period, colonial and revolutionary periods, romanticism and idealism, realism and naturalism, early 20th century, and late 20th century. Students learn literary forms and terms associated with selections being read. Students interpret the possible influences of the historical context on a literary work.

03220300]

English III – Dual Credit (H) [B15639

ENG 3 H/D

03220300]

Grade: 10-12 Credit: 1 Students in this course will read and write extensively and analytically. Students will apply college-ready skills to essays, texts of multiple genres, and participate in meaningful class discussions around close-reading skills. Meets graduation requirements for high school and college credit.

AP English III (English Language and Composition [B15369

APENGLAN

A3220100]

Grades: 10-11 Credit: 1 PR: English II Advanced Placement (AP) courses are open enrollment courses, designed for students who are passionate about the subject, prepared and willing to take on the challenge. The students in this course apply oral and written communication skills and read extensively through an in-depth study of American and Western literature. Students enrolled in this course will be required to take the English Language and Composition Advanced Placement Exam.

English IV [B15450

ENG 4

03220400]

Grade: 12 Credit: 1 In English IV, students are expected to write in a variety of forms, including work-related, analytical, literary and persuasive texts. English IV students read extensively in multiple genres from British literature and other world literature. Students learn literary forms and terms associated with selections being read. Students interpret the possible influences of the historical context on a literary work as well as how literary criticisms shape meaning. For online courses info access: www.irvingisd.net/onlinecourses

English IV-Dual Credit (H) [B15469 Grade: 12

English III

PREAPENG3

Grades: 11 Credit: 1 This college preparatory course is designed to scaffold and prepare students to enter advanced English course. Students will read and write extensively and analytically in multiple genres. Students will apply close reading skills to a variety of texts, including American literature. Students will engage in college test prep including SAT, ACT, & TSI.

ENG 4 H/D

03220400]

Credit: 1

Students enrolled in this course will read and write extensively and analytically. Students will apply college-ready skills to essays, texts of multiple genres, and participate in meaningful class discussions around close-reading skills. Meets graduation requirements for high school and college credit.

Research and Technical Writing [16624

TECH WR

03221100]

Grade: 12 Credit: .5 This course is designed to offer students the opportunity to engage in guided and independent research in the areas of science, technology, social studies, or humanities. Students will read models of technical writing to then be able to apply their research finding in formal and technical writing styles.

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Creative Writing [16054

Critical Reading and Writing I

CREATWR

03221200]

[16541/2 or 16544

CR&WII

03221300]

Grade: 12 Credit: .5 Creative Writing is a one-semester course which focuses on the art and production of various types of writing, including poetry, prose, narratives, and scripts. Students will produce a wide variety of writing genres and styles.

Grade 10 Credit: ½ - 1 This course is designed for students who did not pass ELAR I STAAR EOC. Teachers will use student data along with a reading curriculum that focuses on vocabulary, critical reading, and strategies in order to prepare students for the retake of the assessment.

Humanities

Critical Reading and Writing II

[16374

HUMANIT

[16551/2 or 16554

03221600]

Grade: 11-12 Credit: .5 Humanities is an interdisciplinary course in which students recognize writing as an art form. Students read widely to understand how various authors craft compositions for various aesthetic purposes. This course includes the study of major historical and cultural movements and their relationship to literature and the other fine arts. Humanities is a rigorous course of study in which high school students respond to aesthetic elements in texts and other art forms through outlets such as discussions, journals, oral interpretations, and dramatizations.

College Preparatory Course in ELA [B16580

CPELA

CP110100]

Grade: 11-12 Credit: 1 English PR: English III This course is designed to increase college readiness and improve the skills needed to enter credit-bearing courses in college. This course requires assignments deemed essential for college with reading and writing assignments including expository, persuasive, text-dependent reading, and writing through literary criticism. Successful completion of the course and final examination will result in student readiness for entry-level college courses.

AP English IV (English Literature and Composition [B15499 [B15479

APENGLAN- G APENGLIT- H

Grades: 11-12

A3220200] A3220200]

Credit: 1

PR: English III

Advanced Placement (AP) courses are open enrollment courses, designed for students who are passionate about the subject, prepared and willing to take on the challenge. This course continues to expand student-directed, differentiated learning activities that promote intellectual and academic growth for the college-bound student. Students apply oral and written communication skills and read extensively and critically through an in-depth study of British and World literature. Students enrolled in this course will be required to take the AP Exam.

English V G/T [B15629

ENG 5 GT

Grade: 12

Credit: 1

03221800] PR: English IV

This course is designed as an in-depth genre study for gifted students in language arts. The first semester will focus on drama in Western Literature and the second semester on a novel/short story through multicultural study.

College Testing Prep Course [96304

PSAT/SAT

Grade: 9-12

85000002]

Credit: ½ (local credit)

The PSAT/SAT preparation course includes the reading, writing, and math content and skills to prepare students for taking the PSAT/SAT and TSI college tests.

11

CR&WII

03221810]

Grade 11 Credit: .5-1 This course is designed for students who did not pass ELAR II STAAR EOC. Teachers will use student data along with a reading curriculum that focuses on vocabulary, critical reading, and strategies in order to prepare students for the retake of the assessment.

Independent Study Mentorship I Honors [16361/2

GTISM

N1290309]

Grades: 11-12 Credit: 1 PR: Teacher Recommendation This course is a non-traditional learning experience for students who have the ability to create innovative products or performances. Students will develop a product proposal, compile a portfolio, conduct in-depth research, and work with a mentor from the business or professional community while completing their product. Students are required to participate in a public presentation of their product or performance to a panel of professionals at the end of the course. The final products and performances will be assessed using Texas State Performance Project Standards guidelines. Advanced Measure for the DAP will be awarded to those students performing at or above the state standards.

Independent Study Mentorship II Honors [16381/2

GTISM2

N1290313]

Grade: 12 Credit: 1 PR: Teacher Recommendation This course is a continuation of ISM I. Students interested in Independent Study Mentorship for the second year will be required to either extend or add depth and complexity to their previous selfselected study or research a new field of interest. Students will develop product proposals, compile a portfolio, conduct in-depth research, and work with a mentor from the business or professional community while completing their product. Students are required to participate in a public presentation of their product or performance to a panel of professionals at the end of the course. The final products and performances will be assessed using Texas Performance Standards Project guidelines. Advanced measures for the DAP will be awarded to those students performing at or above the state standards.

AP Capstone Seminar [16191/2

APSMNR

N1130026]

Grades: 10-12 Credit: 1/Elective PR: Pre-AP or AP Experience or Capstone Teacher Approval This foundational course provides students with opportunities to think critically and creatively, research, explore, pose solutions, develop arguments, collaborate, and communicate using various media. Students explore real-world issues through a cross curricular lens, consider multiple points of view to develop deep understanding of complex issues, connect these issues to their own lives, and work both collaboratively and independently to explore real world issues. Students enrolled in this course will be required to take the AP Exam. Students who earn scores of 3 or higher in AP Seminar and AP Research and on four additional AP Exams of their choosing will receive the AP Capstone Diploma™. Alternatively, students who earn scores of 3 or higher in AP Seminar and AP Research will receive the AP Seminar and Research Certificate™ signifying their attainment of college-level academic and research skills. Students who complete this course successfully are eligible to receive 0.5 credits for Speech.


AP Capstone Research

Oral Interpretation

[16561/2

[1634112

APRES

N1100014]

Grades: 11-12 Credit: 1/Elective PR: AP Capstone Seminar The second course in the Capstone experience allows students to design, plan and conduct a year-long research based investigation on a topic of individual interest. Through this mentored inquiry and investigation, students demonstrate the ability to connect scholarly understanding to real-world problems and issues. Students further their skills acquired in the AP Seminar Course by understanding research methodology, employing ethical research practices, accessing, analyzing, and synthesizing information as they address a research question. The course culminates in a mentored academic thesis paper and a presentation, performance, or exhibition with an oral defense. Students enrolled in this course will be required to take the AP Exam. Students who earn scores of 3 or higher in AP Seminar and AP Research and on four additional AP Exams of their choosing will receive the AP Capstone Diploma™. Alternatively, students who earn scores of 3 or higher in AP Seminar and AP Research will receive the AP Seminar and Research Certificate™ signifying their attainment of college-level academic and research skills.

Reading Reading I-III [1750112 [1752112 [1754112

READ1 READ2 READ3

Grade 9-12

03270700] 03270800] 03270900]

Credit: 1/2-1

This course is designed for students in need of additional practice in reading fundamentals. Students will be given opportunities to locate information in varied sources, to read critically, to evaluate sources, and to draw supportable conclusions. Students will learn how various texts are organized and how authors choose language for communicating effectively to the reader. These strategies will be applied in texts across all content areas and be supported by Read 180 and System 44 curriculum.

ORALINT

03240200]

Grades: 9-12 Credit: 1/2-1 This course is the study of oral or performance of a literary text as a communication art. Students will select, research, analyze, adapt, interpret, and perform literary texts to capture the entirety of the author’s work. Students who complete this course successfully are eligible to receive 0.5 credits for Speech.

Alternate Speech Credit 0.5 credit of speech may be earned through the participation in the course listed below based on teacher certification. These courses demonstrate proficiency in delivering clear verbal messages; choosing effective nonverbal behaviors; listening for desired results; applying valid critical-thinking and problemsolving processes; and identifying, analyzing, developing, and evaluating communication skills needed for professional and social success in interpersonal situations, group interactions, and personal and professional presentations.

• • • • • • • • •

Professional Communications Debate I-III Oral Interpretation AVID 2 Academic Decathlon AP Capstone Seminar NELD A NELD B Independent Study in English ESL *19TAC 74.11.3

Journalism Journalism [16101/2

Speech Professional Communications [16394

PROFCOMM

13009900]

Grades: 9-12 Credit: 1/2 This course is designed to help students develop effective communication skills for successful participation in professional and social life beyond high school. The content includes verbal and nonverbal messages, listening skills, critical thinking and the problem solving process. Students who complete this course successfully are eligible to receive 0.5 credits for Speech. For online courses info access: www.irvingisd.net/onlinecourses

Debate I-III [1620112 [1621112 [1622112

DEBATE1 DEBATE2 DEBATE3

03240600] 03240700] 03240800]

Grades: 9-12 Credit: 1/2-1 PR: Teacher R This course is designed as an advanced course, which prepares students for competition in speech events in local and statewide tournaments. Students are involved in practice debates and oral interpretation. Students who complete this course successfully are eligible to receive 0.5 credits for Speech.

JRNLSM

03230100]

Grades: 9-10 Credit: 1 I, M, N This is a beginning course for students interested in journalism. The course includes gathering facts, developing interviewing skills, writing news stories, determining news worthiness, studying journalistic style and techniques of writing headlines and captions, writing features and editorials, and studying the freedom and responsibility of the press.

Advanced Journalism: Newspaper Production I, II, III [16141/2 [16151/2 [16161/2

NEWSP 1 NEWSP 2 NEWSP 3

03230140] 03230150] 03230160]

Grades: 10-12 Credit: 1 I, M, N These courses are designed to teach students the techniques necessary to write news, features, and editorials suitable for the student newspaper. Students perform a variety of task by factgathering, developing interviewing skills, writing news stories, determining news worthiness, studying and applying editing skills, studying journalistic style, using techniques of writing headlines and captions, studying the freedom and responsibility of the press, and the principles and ethics of journalism. These courses require considerable time outside school hours.

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English SOL IB Advanced Journalism: Yearbook/Magazine Production I [16111/2 [16121/2 [16131/2

YRBKMAG1 YRBKMAG2 YRBKMAG3

03230110] 03230120] 03230130]

Grades: 10-12 Credit: 1 I, M, N Students enrolled in these courses write magazine features and editorials suitable for the student yearbook, as well as the techniques of specialized headline and caption writing. It covers the principles of design, layout, graphics, typography, and production techniques necessary for the production and publishing of a student yearbook. Students develop the skills needed to produce a yearbook, evaluating the components required for a quality product. Students learn elements and processes of magazine-type journalistic products, including the school yearbook and literary magazine. A part of the curriculum is selling advertising and the products. These courses require considerable time outside school hours.

Independent Study in Journalism [16181/2

IND JOUR

03231000]

Grades: 10-12 Credit: ½ - 1 I, M, N Students will create publications, using advanced desktop publishing software, assembling all the elements-type, illustrations, graphs, tint and photographs on the computer screen. This course provides advanced skills and knowledge for student entering post-secondary education institutions or the work force. PREREQUISITE: Teacher Approval.

AVID AVID I, II, III, IV [B85440 [B85450 [B85460 [B85470 Grades: 9-12

AVID1 AVID2 AVID3 AVID4

N1290001] N1290002] N1290030] N1290033]

Credit: 1/Elective PR-AVID Site Team Approval

AVID (Advancement Via Individual Determination) is offered as an elective course that prepares students for admission to and success in four-year colleges. This curriculum emphasizes analytical writing, critical questioning, collaboration and reading to learn in order to prepare for college entrance and placement exams, study skills and test taking, note taking and research. Students wishing to take this course must apply and be approved by the campus AVID Site Team. Students who complete AVID II successfully are eligible to receive 0.5 credits for Speech.

English as a Second Language English SOL IA [B15510 Grade: 9

ENGSOL1A Credit: 1

ENGSOL1B

Grade: 9

03200600]

Credit: 1

PR: LPAC

English SOL IB students are expected to plan, draft, edit, and revise written compositions on a regular basis in a variety of forms including literary, expository and persuasive texts. An emphasis is placed on organizing logical arguments with clearly expressed related definitions, theses, and evidence. English I students read extensively in multiple genres from world literature such as reading selected stories, dramas, novels, and poetry. Students learn literary forms and terms associated with selections being read. Students interpret the possible influences of the historical context on a literary work. The ESOL IB course is designed for intermediate English-speaking students and includes an emphasis on development of listening, speaking, reading, and writing.

Newcomers English Language Development – A/B [B15740 [B15750

NELD A NELD B

N1280042] N1280043]

Grade: 9 Credit: 1 PR: 1st year in the country The Newcomers English Language Development courses are designed to provide instructional opportunities for secondary level recent immigrant students with little or no English based on teacher. Students who complete this course successfully are eligible to receive 0.5 credits for Speech.

English SOL IIA [B15530

ENGSOL2A

03200600]

Grades: 10-12 Credit: 1 PR: LPAC Students are expected to plan, draft, edit, and revise written compositions on a regular basis in a variety of forms including expository, persuasive and analytical texts. These personal forms of writing may include a response to literature, a reflective essay, or an autobiographical narrative. English II students read extensively in multiple genres from world literature such as reading selected stories, dramas, novels, and poetry. Students learn literary forms and terms associated with selections being read. Students interpret the possible influences of the historical context on a literary work. The English SOL IIA course is designed for beginning to intermediate English-speaking students and includes an emphasis on development of listening, speaking, reading, and writing.

English SOL IIB [B15540

ENGSOL2A

Grades: 10-12

03200700]

Credit: 1

PR: LPAC

English SOL IIB students are expected to plan, draft, edit, and revise written compositions on a regular basis in a variety of forms including expository, persuasive and analytical texts. These personal forms of writing may include a response to literature, a reflective essay, or an autobiographical narrative. English II students read extensively in multiple genres from world literature such as reading selected stories, dramas, novels, and poetry. Students learn literary forms and terms associated with selections being read. Students interpret the possible influences of the historical context on a literary work. The Eng SOL IIB course is designed for intermediate to advanced English-speaking students and includes an emphasis on development of listening, speaking, reading, and writing.

03200600] PR: LPAC

English SOL IA students are expected to plan, draft, edit, and revise written compositions on a regular basis in a variety of forms including literary, expository and persuasive texts. An emphasis is placed on organizing logical arguments with clearly expressed related definitions, theses, and evidence. English I students read extensively in multiple genres from world literature such as reading selected stories, dramas, novels, and poetry. Students learn literary forms and terms associated with selections being read. Students interpret the possible influences of the historical context on a literary work. The ESOL IA course is designed for beginning English-speaking students and includes an emphasis on development of listening, speaking, reading, and writing.

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[B15520

Advanced ESOL 1 [B15550

ADV ESOL

03221810]

Grades: 9-12 Credit: 1/2-1 PR: LPAC This course is a supplemental course designed for advanced English speaking students who require additional support in acquiring academic vocabulary and language necessary for a successful transition to core subjects. Within this course there is special emphasis placed on literacy across content areas.


Mathematics

Advanced ESOL 2 [15571/2

ADV ESOL 2 03221820]

Grades: 9-12 Credit: 1/2-1 PR: LPAC This course is a supplemental course designed for advanced English speaking students who require additional support in acquiring academic vocabulary and language necessary for a successful transition to core subjects. Within this course there is special emphasis placed on literacy across content areas.

Algebra I [B25130 ALG 1

03100500]

Grade: 9 Credit: 1 PR: 8th grade math or equivalent Algebra is a branch of mathematics, which deals with the properties of functions in general, and more specifically with linear functions. Students solve expressions, equations, inequalities, systems of equations. Graphing technology is used as an integral part of instruction throughout this course.

Reading I ESL [B15560

READ 1 ESL

03270700]

Pre AP Algebra l

Grades: 9-12 Credit: 1/2-1 PR: LPAC This course is designed for students in need of additional practice in reading and writing fundamentals. Students will be given opportunities to locate information in varied sources, to read critically, to evaluate sources, and to draw supportable conclusions. Students will learn how various texts are organized and how authors choose language for communicating effectively to the reader. All of these strategies will be applied in texts across all content areas. This course in ESL reading is designed for beginning English-speaking students in grades 9-12 and focuses on the development of reading through comprehension strategies, study techniques, and composition. These skills are supported by the Read 180/System 44.

[B25199

Reading II ESL

[96211/2

[B15570

READ 2 ESL

03270800]

Grades: 9-12 Credit: 1/2-1 PR: LPAC This course is designed for students in need of additional practice in reading and writing fundamentals. Students will be given opportunities to locate information in varied sources, to read critically, to evaluate sources, and to draw supportable conclusions. Students will learn how various texts are organized and how authors choose language for communicating effectively to the reader. All of these strategies will be applied in texts across all content areas. This course in ESL reading is designed for intermediate Englishspeaking students in grades 9-12. The course seeks to provide continued development in reading through comprehension strategies, study techniques, and composition. These skills are supported by the Read 180/System 44.

Reading III ESL [B15580

READ 3 ESL

03270900]

Grades: 9-12 Credit:1/2- 1 PR: LPAC This course is designed for students in need of additional practice in reading and writing fundamentals. Students will be given opportunities to locate information in varied sources, to read critically, to evaluate sources, and to draw supportable conclusions. Students will learn how various texts are organized and how authors choose language for communicating effectively to the reader. These strategies will be applied in texts across all content areas. This course in ESL reading is designed for advanced English speakers in need of additional practice in reading and writing in literature and the content areas. Emphasis will be placed on transition skills to ensure success in core subjects. These skills are supported by the Read 180/System 44 curriculum.

Independent Study in English ESL [B15500

INDENG ESL

03221800]

Grades: 9-12 Credit: 1/2-1 PR: LPAC and concurrent enrollment in English SOL 1A This course is designed for Beginning and Intermediate (Level 1) English language learners in grades 9-12. The course will provide the foundation for listening, speaking, reading, and writing in English. Emphasis will be placed on language acquisition through the development of academic English and literacy across content areas. Students will work on building reading skills, grammar and writing conventions. Students who complete this course successfully are eligible to receive 0.5 credits for Speech.

PREAPALG 1

03100500]

Grade: 9 Credit: 1 In addition to the scope of the general education algebra course, the PreAP course offers material to additionally challenge and encourage the student’s independent and creative thinking skills in preparation for AP Calculus & AP Statistics. Throughout the course the emphasis is on a higher sophistication and greater depth in all topics. Graphing technology is used as an integral part of instruction throughout this course.

Algebra I EOC ALG 1 EOC

84100008]

Grades: 9 - 11 Credit: 1/2 -1 (Local Credit) This course is designed for students who did not pass the Algebra I STAAR EOC. Teachers will use student data along with an Algebra I curriculum that focuses on linear and quadratic functions along with reinforcing the pre-requisite math skills students need to prepare for the retake of the assessment.

Geometry [B25340

GEOM

03100700]

Grades: 10-11 Credit: 1 PR: Algebra I Students will connect previous knowledge by exploring concepts covering coordinate & transformational geometry, logical arguments and constructions, proof and trigonometry, 2D and 3D figures; circles and probability. Students apply geometric properties to real-world situations. The course also provides students the opportunity to study and analyze three-dimensional objects. Graphing technology is used as an integral part of instruction throughout this course.

Pre AP Geometry [B25359

PREAP GEOM

03100700]

Grades: 9-11 Credit: 1 PR: Algebra I In addition to the scope of the general education geometry course, the Pre-AP course offers material to additionally challenge and encourage the student’s independent and creative thinking skills in preparation for AP Calculus & AP Statistics. Throughout the course the emphasis is on a higher sophistication and greater depth in all topics. Graphing technology is used as an integral part of instruction throughout this course.

Mathematical Models with Applications [B25620

MTH MOD

03102400]

Grades: 11-12 Credit: 1 PR: Algebra I In this course students continue to build on their Algebra I and Geometry foundations. Students will use a variety of strategies and approaches to solve both routine and non-routine real-life problems including problems in personal financial literacy. Graphing technology is used as an integral part of instruction throughout this course.

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Algebraic Reasoning [B26640

ALGREA

Grades: 11-12

Pre Calculus

03102540]

Credit: 1

[B25400

PR: Algebra I

In this course, students will build on previous knowledge and continue with the development of mathematical reasoning related to algebraic understandings and processes. Students will study functions through analysis and application that includes explorations of patterns and structure, number and algebraic methods, and modeling from data.

Statistics [B26650

STATS

Grades: 11-12

03102530]

Credit: 1

PR: Algebra I

Students will build on the knowledge and skills for mathematics in KindergartenGrade 8 and Algebra I. Students will broaden their knowledge of variability and statistical processes. Students will study sampling and experimentation, categorical and quantitative data, probability and random variables, inference, and bivariate data. Students will connect data and statistical processes to realworld situations. In addition, students will extend their knowledge of data analysis.

Innovative Course – Strategic Learning for High School Math [85431/2

STLNHSM

Grade: 9

N1110030] st

Credit 1

PR: 1 year in the country

This course is intended to create strategic mathematical learners from underprepared mathematics students. The basic understandings will stimulate students to think about their approach to mathematical learning

Algebra II [B25200

ALG2

Grades: 10-12

03100600]

Credit: 1

PR: Algebra I

This course continues from Algebra I and extends the study of functions to include quadratic functions, square root functions, rational functions, exponential functions and logarithmic functions. The relationship between algebra and geometry is also illustrated in the study of conic sections. Graphing technology is used as an integral part of instruction throughout this course.

Pre AP Algebra II [B25219

PREAPALG2

Grades: 9-10

Credit: 1

03100600] PR: Algebra I

The Pre-AP course in Algebra II follows essentially the scope and sequence of the general education algebra course. Throughout the course the emphasis is on a higher sophistication and greater depth preparation for AP Calculus & AP Statistics.

Advanced Quantitative Reasoning [B25790 PREAPALG2 03100600] Grades: 10 - 12

Credit: 1

PR: Geometry/Algebra II

This course includes the analysis of information using statistical methods and probability, modeling change and mathematical relationships, and spatial and geometric modeling for mathematical reasoning. Students learn to become critical consumers of real-world quantitative data, knowledgeable problem solvers who use logical reasoning, and mathematical thinkers who can use their quantitative skills to solve authentic problems. Students develop critical skills for success in college and careers, including investigation, research, collaboration, and both written and oral communication of their work, as they solve problems in many types of applied situations.

Independent Study in Mathematics: Elements of Pre-Calculus [B25780

INSTUMTH

03102500]

Grades 11-12 Credit: 1 PR: Algebra II In this course, students will study functions such as polynomials, absolute value, rational and trigonometric through graphical analysis and manipulation of related algebraic expressions, equations, and inequalities. Other topics include vectors, sequences and series. Graphing technology is used as an integral part of instruction throughout the course. 15

PRECALC 03101100]

Grades: 11-12 Credit: 1 PR: Alg I, Alg II, Geometry This course is designed to deepen students’ mathematical understanding and fluency with algebra and trigonometry. It extends their ability to make connections and apply concepts and procedures at higher levels. While it prepares students to enter calculus and other advanced courses, it also provides a strong foundation for the use of mathematical models in real-world situations. Graphing technology is used as an integral part of instruction throughout this course.

Pre AP Pre-Calculus [B25419

PREAP PRECALC

03101100]

Grades: 10-12 Credit: 1 PR: Alg I, Alg II, Geometry Students in this course achieve mastery of functions, their graphs and applications. Trigonometry, data analysis, sequences and series, conics, vectors and limits are among the topics studied in this course in preparation for AP Calculus & AP Statistics. Graphing technology is used as an integral part of instruction throughout this course.

AP Calculus AB [B25519

APCALAB

Grades: 11-12

A3100101]

Credit: 1

PR: Precalculus

Advanced Placement (AP) courses are open enrollment courses, designed for students who are passionate about the subject, prepared and willing to take on the challenge. Course content includes the study of continuity, limits, derivatives, integration, basic differential equations, and the definite integral. Use of the graphing calculator is an integral part of the course. Graphing technology is used as an integral part of instruction throughout this course. Students are required to take the AP Exam.

AP Calculus BC [B25529

APCALBC

A3100102]

Grade: 11-12 Credit: 1 PR: Precalculus Advanced Placement (AP) courses are open enrollment courses, designed for students who are passionate about the subject, prepared and willing to take on the challenge. Students continue the study of calculus with topics such as Taylor polynomials and approximations, advanced techniques of integration, improper integrals, logistic differential equations, parametric, polar, and vector functions. Graphing technology is used as an integral part of instruction throughout this course. Students are required to take the AP Exam.

AP Statistics [B25539

APSTATS

A3100200]

Grades: 10-12 Credit: 1 PR: Geometry & Algebra II Advanced Placement (AP) courses are open enrollment courses, designed for students who are passionate about the subject, prepared and willing to take on the challenge. This course consists of a full year of work in exploratory analysis of data, planning a study, probability, and statistical inference. In college, at least one statistics course is typically required for majors such as engineering, psychology, sociology, health sciences and business. Graphing technology is used as an integral part of instruction throughout this course. Students are required to take the AP Exam.

College Testing Prep Course [96301/2 or 96304 PSAT/SAT/ACT

B5000002]

Grade: 9-12 Credit: ½ local The PSAT/SAT preparation course includes the reading, writing, and math content and skills to prepare students for taking the PSAT/SAT and TSI college tests.


College Preparatory Course in Mathematics

Pre AP Chemistry

[B26660

[B35419

CPMAT

CP111200]

Grade: 11-12 Credit: 1 PR: Algebra I/Geometry This course is designed to improve the skills needed to enter creditbearing math courses in college. Topics include a review of real numbers, symbolic manipulation of objects, graphing linear equations, basic geometry, solving rational and radical equations, and functions. Cumulative review will be spiraled throughout the course. Successful completion of the course and the final examination will result in student readiness for entry-level college mathematics.

Biology [B35140 BIO

03010200]

Grades: 9-10 Credit: 1 In Biology, students conduct laboratory and field investigations, use scientific methods during investigations, and make informed decisions using critical thinking and scientific problem solving. Students in Biology study a variety of topics, and organs; nucleic acids and genetics; biological evolution; taxonomy; metabolism and energy transfers in living organisms; living systems; homeostasis; and ecosystems and the environment.

Pre AP Biology [B35189

PREAP BIO

03010200]

Grades: 9-10 Credit: 1 This course explores the same concepts as general ed biology using Pre-AP. Use of these strategies coupled with depth and complexity of concepts in preparation for AP science courses.

[96221/2 or 96224 BIO EOC

84800002]

Grades: 9-12 Credit: 1/2 – 1 (Local Credit) This course is designed for students who did not pass the Biology STAAR EOC. Teachers will use student data along with a Biology curriculum that focuses on tested Biology standards while building scientific literacy in order to prepare students for the retake of the assessment.

Integrated Physics and Chemistry (IPC) IPC

03060201]

Grades: 9 - 10 Credit: 1 In Integrated Physics and Chemistry, students conduct laboratory and field investigations, use scientific methods during investigation, and make informed decisions using critical thinking and scientific problem solving. This course integrates the disciplines of physics and chemistry in the following topics: force, motion, energy and matter.

Chemistry [B35400

PHYSICS

03050000]

Grades: 10-12 Credit: 1 PR: Successful Completion Algebra I In Physics, students conduct laboratory and field investigations, use scientific methods during investigations, and make informed decisions using critical thinking and scientific problem solving. Students study a variety of topics that include: laws of motion; changes within physical systems and conservation of energy and momentum; forces; thermodynamics; characteristics and behavior of waves; and atomic, nuclear, and quantum physics. Students who successfully complete Physics will acquire factual knowledge within a conceptual framework, practice experimental design and interpretation, work collaboratively with colleagues, and develop critical thinking skills.

Pre AP Physics [B35519

PREAP PHYSICS

03050000]

Grades: 10-12 Credit: 1 PR: Successful Completion of Alg I This course explores the same concepts as general education Physics using Pre-AP strategies. Use of these strategies coupled with depth and complexity of concepts in preparation for AP science courses. (We would like to eliminate this course and encourage students to take AP Physics 1 or 2 instead of this course. Feedback needed from campuses.)

AP Biology

Biology EOC

[B35740

03040000]

Physics [B35500

Science

PREAP CHEM

Grades: 10-12 Credit: 1 PR: Successful Completion Biology and Algebra I This course explores the same concepts as general ed chemistry using Pre-AP strategies. Use of these strategies coupled with depth and complexity of concepts in preparation for AP science courses.

CHEM

03040000]

Grades: 10-12 Credit: 1 PR: Successful Completion Biology and Algebra I In Chemistry, students conduct laboratory and field investigations, use scientific methods during investigations, and make informed decisions using critical thinking and scientific problem solving. Students study a variety of topics that include characteristics of matter, use of the Periodic Table, development of atomic theory and chemical bonding, chemical stoichiometry, gas laws, solution chemistry, thermo chemistry and nuclear chemistry. Students will investigate how chemistry is an integral part of our daily lives.

[B35199

APBIO

Grades: 11-12

A3010200]

Credit: 1

PR: Biology/Chemistry

Advanced Placement (AP) courses are open enrollment courses, designed for students who are passionate about the subject, prepared and willing to take on the challenge. Advanced Placement Biology a college level biology course, involves more in-depth treatment of biological topics-the study of life. Research, field work, and laboratory experiences are an integral part of the course. Students must be active investigators, using higher-order thinking skills. Students will be required to take an AP exam.

AP Chemistry [B35439

APCHEM

A3040000]

Grades: 10-12 Credit: 1 PR: Chemistry/Algebra 2 Advanced Placement (AP) courses are open enrollment courses, designed for students who are passionate about the subject, prepared and willing to take on the challenge. Advanced Placement Chemistry, a college-level chemistry course, involves more in-depth treatment of solution chemistry, organic chemistry, biochemistry, and analysis of substances. Research, field work, and laboratory experiences are an integral part of the course. Students must be active investigators, using higher-order thinking skills. Students will be required to take the AP exam.

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AP Physics 1: Algebra-Based

[B35329

[B36499

Grades 10-12 Credit: 1 PR: Alg 1 and 2 yrs HS lab science Advanced Placement (AP) courses are open enrollment courses, designed for students who are passionate about the subject, prepared and willing to take on the challenge. Advanced Placement Environmental Science, a college-level environmental science course, involves a more in-depth treatment of scientific principles, concepts, and methodologies require to understand the interrelationships of the natural world, to identify and analyze environmental problems both natural and human-made, to evaluate the relative risks associated with these problems, and to examine alternative solutions for resolving or preventing them. Students will be required to take an AP exam.

APPHYSI

A305003]

Grades: 10-12 Credit: 1 PR: Alg 1/Geometry/Alg 2 Concurrent Advanced Placement Physics, a college-level physics course, involves content organized around seven underlying principles called the big ideas, which encompass the core scientific principles, theories, and processes of physics that cut across traditional content boundaries and provide students a broad way of thinking about the physical world. This approach will enable students to spend less time on mathematical routines and more time engaged in inquiry-based learning of essential concepts, and it will help them develop the critical thinking and reasoning skills necessary to engage in the science practices used throughout their study of this course. Students will be required to take the AP exam.

APENVIR

A3020000]

Earth and Space Science AP Physics 2: Algebra-Based

[B35620

[B36429

Grade: 11-12 Credit: 1 PR: 3 science courses & 3 math courses ESS is a capstone course designed to build on students’ prior scientific and academic knowledge and skills to develop understanding of Earth’s system in space and time.

APPHYS2

A305004]

Grades: 11-12 Credit: 1 PR: Physics or AP Physics 1 & Concurrent Enrollment in Precalculus Advanced Placement (AP) courses are open enrollment courses, designed for students who are passionate about the subject, prepared and willing to take on the challenge. Advanced Placement Physics, a college-level physics course, involves content organized around seven underlying principles called the big ideas, which encompass the core scientific principles, theories, and processes of physics that cut across traditional content boundaries and provide students a broad way of thinking about the physical world. This approach will enable students to spend less time on mathematical routines and more time engaged in inquiry-based learning of essential concepts, and it will help them develop the critical thinking and reasoning skills necessary to engage in the science practices used throughout their study of this course. The content for this course offers additional depth and topics not introduced in AP Physics 1 such as mechanics, electricity, nuclear physics, quantum physics, and magnetism. Students will be required to take the AP exam.

AP Physics C: Electricity and Magnetism [B36489

APPHYSCE

A3050002]

ESS

03060200]

Environmental Systems [B35300

ENVIRSYS

03020000]

Grade: 11-12 Credit: 1 PR: 1 Life Science & 1 Physical Science In Environmental Systems, students conduct laboratory and field investigations, use scientific methods during investigations, and make informed decisions using critical thinking and scientific problem solving. Students study a variety of topics that include: biotic and abiotic factors in habitats, ecosystems and biomes, interrelationships among resources and an environmental system, sources and flow of energy through an environmental system, relationship between carrying capacity and changes in populations and ecosystems, and changes in environments. industry. Students will assess the plant ecosystem, erosion processes, petroleum energy, crop production, and genetically engineered plants and their importance to solving world hunger. This class will have 40% of class time instruction to conduct field experiments and/or laboratory investigation.

Social Studies

Grades: 11-12 Credit:1 PR: AP Physics 1 or 2 and Completion or Concurrent Enrollment in Calculus Advanced Placement (AP) courses are open enrollment courses, designed for students who are passionate about the subject, prepared and willing to take on the challenge. AP Physics C is a calculus-based, college-level physics course, especially appropriate for students planning to specialize or major in physical science or engineering. The course explores topics such as electrostatics; conductors, capacitors, and dielectrics; electric circuits; magnetic fields; and electromagnetism. Introductory differential and integral calculus is used throughout the course. Students will be required to take an AP exam.

World Geography Studies

AP Physics C: Mechanics

Grade: 9

[B36429

APPHYSCM

A3050006]

Grades: 11-12 Credit: 1 PR: AP Physics 1 or 2 and Completion or Concurrent Enrollment in Calculus Advanced Placement (AP) courses are open enrollment courses, designed for students who are passionate about the subject, prepared and willing to take on the challenge. AP Physics C is a calculus-based, college-level physics course, especially appropriate for students planning to specialize or major in physical science or engineering. The course explores topics such as kinematics; Newton’s laws of motion; work, energy and power; systems of particles and linear momentum; circular motion and rotation; and oscillations and gravitation. Introductory differential and integral calculus is used throughout the course. Students will be required to take an AP exam.

AP Environmental Science 17

[B45140

WGEO

03320100]

Grade: 9 Credit: 1 Students enrolled in this course will study the interaction of man and his environment in space and time. This study includes current developments around the world which affect physical and cultural settings.

Pre AP World Geography Studies [B45549

PREAP W GEO 03320100] Credit: 1

This course is designed to provide students an opportunity to obtain more indepth study of the interaction of man and his environment in space and time. Emphasis is placed on the development of knowledge, skills, and attitudes that will enable students to research projects, analyze materials and draw conclusions based on academic reasoning in preparation for AP Social Studies courses.

AP Human Geography [B45189 Grade: 9-12

APHUMGEO

A3360100]

Credit: 1

Advanced Placement (AP) courses are open enrollment courses, designed for students who are passionate about the subject, prepared and willing to take on the challenge. The purpose of this course is to introduce students to the systematic study of patterns and processes that have shaped human understanding, use and alteration of the Earth’s surface. Students will employ spatial concepts and landscape analysis to analyze human social organization and its environmental consequences. The AP Human Geography exam is mandatory and may result in students earning college credit hours. The onecredit course may be substituted for World Geography Studies. Students will be required to take the AP exam.


World History Studies

AP United States History

[B45440

03340400]

[B45369

Grade: 10 Credit: 1 In this course, students will participate in a survey study of world history and of world cultures, their problems and their achievements from earliest times. Students will acquire a greater insight and understanding of their own times and of their own country as a major player on the world stage. Major concentration is on those events which have shaped the modern world.

Grade: 11

W HIST

Pre AP World History Studies [B45479

PREAP W HIST

03340400]

Grade: 10 Credit: 1 This program is designed to provide students an opportunity to obtain a more in-depth study of world history. Emphasis is placed on developing knowledge, skills, and attitudes that will enable students to research projects, analyze materials, and draw conclusions based on academic reasoning. Course content includes studies of the history and development of a variety of world cultures in preparation for AP Social Studies courses.

AP World History Studies [B45489 AP W HIST

A3340400]

Grade: 10 Credit: 1 Advanced Placement (AP) courses are open enrollment courses, designed for students who are passionate about the subject, prepared and willing to take on the challenge. The purpose of this course is to develop understanding of global processes and contacts through a combination of selective factual knowledge and analytical skills. Focused primarily on the past thousand years of the global experience, the course builds on an understanding of cultural, institutional and technological precedents that, along with geography, set the human stage prior to 1000 C. E. (Common Era.) Students will be required to take the AP exam.

United States History Studies Since 1877 [B45340 Grade: 11

US HIST

03340100]

Credit: 1

Content for the second-year study of United States history includes significant events, issues, and problems after the period of reconstruction, emphasizing present-day issues that have their roots in the past.

United States History EOC [96231/2 or 96234 Grade: 11-12

USHISTEOC

84400001]

Credit: 1/2 – 1 (Local Credit)

This course is designed for students who did not pass the High School U. S. History STAAR EOC. Teachers will utilize a United States History Since 1877 curriculum that includes a focus on student data and testable U. S. History standards. The overarching goal is to prepare students to successfully retake the assessment.

United States History-Dual Credit H [B45359

US HIST H/DC

03340100]

Grade: 11 Credit: 1 This course will provide students the opportunity to enroll in North Lake College courses History 1301 and 1302. The first semester will be devoted to the history of the United States, beginning with the European background and first discoveries. The second semester will encompass the history of the United States from the Reconstruction era to the present day. This course meets graduation requirements for high school and college credit.

APUSHIST

A3340100]

Credit: 1

Advanced Placement (AP) courses are open enrollment courses, designed for students who are passionate about the subject, prepared and willing to take on the challenge. In preparation for the advanced placement U.S. History comprehensive examination, this course will provide an in-depth study of U. S. History from discovery to the present. The program is designed to provide information and skills with an intensive focus on writing. The AP U. S. History exam is mandatory and may result in students earning college credit hours. Students will be required to take the AP exam.

United States Government [45234

GOVT

03330100]

Grade 12 Credit: 1/2 This course is a general survey of the development and mechanics of United States government. It includes studies in the following areas: foundations of American government, federalism, legislative branch, executive branch, and judicial branch. For online courses info access: www.irvingisd.net/onlinecourses

United States Government-Dual Credit H [45244

GOVT/H/DC

03330100]

Grade: 12 Credit: 1/2 Students will have the opportunity to enroll in a North Lake College American government survey course. This one-semester course will be devoted to the three branches of government, the legislative process, the executive and bureaucratic structure, the judicial process, civil rights and liberties, and domestic policies. This course meets the graduation requirements for high school and college credit.

AP United States Government [45254

APUSGOVT

A3330100]

Grade: 12 Credit: 1/2 Advanced Placement (AP) courses are open enrollment courses, designed for students who are passionate about the subject, prepared and willing to take on the challenge. This course provides an in-depth study of American government. Emphasis is placed on concepts of political participation, leadership, decision-making, political institutions, nature of laws, and the rights and responsibilities of American citizenship. Students are required to take the AP exam.

AP Government and Politics: Comparative [45284

APCPGOVT

A3330200]

Grade: 12 Credit: 1/2 Advanced Placement (AP) courses are open enrollment courses, designed for students who are passionate about the subject, prepared and willing to take on the challenge. Pre-Requisite - Government & Politics: United States AP This course will provide students with the conceptual tools necessary to develop an understanding of some of the world's diverse political structures and practices. The course encompasses the study of both specific countries and their governments and general concepts used to interpret the political relationships and institutions found in virtually all national politics. Students are required to take the AP exam.

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Economics with Emphasis on the Free Enterprise System & Its Benefits

AP European History

[46134

Grade: 12 Credit: 1 Advanced Placement (AP) courses are open enrollment courses, designed for students who are passionate about the subject, prepared and willing to take on the challenge. This course is designed to provide students an opportunity for a comprehensive study of the origins and development of the social, cultural, intellectual, political, and economic ideas from ancient Greece to a post World War II Unified Germany. Students are required to take the AP exam and may result in the student receiving college credit hours.

ECO-FE

03310300]

Grade: 12 Credit: 1/2 The purpose of this course is to develop an understanding and an appreciation of the principles of economics. Students will study the fundamentals of the American free enterprise system and learn how to become full participants in the American economic and political systems. For online courses info access: www.irvingisd.net/onlinecourses

Economics with Emphasis on the Free Enterprise System - Dual Credit [46144 ECO-FE H/OC 03310300] Grade:12 Credit: ½ Students will have the opportunity to enroll in a North Lake Community College economics course. This one-semester course emphasizes national income determination, money and banking, the role of monetary and fiscal policy, international trade and finance. This course meets the graduation requirements for high school and college credit.

AP Economics: Macro with Emphasis on the Free Enterprise System & Its Benefits [46154

APMACECO

A3310200]

Grade: 12 Credit: 1/2 Advanced Placement (AP) courses are open enrollment courses, designed for students who are passionate about the subject, prepared and willing to take on the challenge. In addition to stressing the merits of the free enterprise system, our economy will be compared with other economies by examining the role and importance of economic theory, markets, and competition. Higher-level thinking skills will be a vital part of this course of study. Students are required to take the AP exam.

AP Economics: Micro with Emphasis on the Free Enterprise System & Its Benefits [46184

APMICECO

Grade: 12

A3310100]

Credit: 1/2

PR: Economics: Macro

Advanced Placement (AP) courses are open enrollment courses, designed for students who are passionate about the subject, prepared and willing to take on the challenge. The purpose of an AP course in microeconomics is to give students a thorough understanding of the principles of economics that apply to the functions of individual decision makers, both consumers and producers, within the economic system. It places primary emphasis on the nature and functions of product markets, and includes the study of factor markets and of the role of government in promoting greater efficiency and equity in the economy. Students are required to take the AP exam.

Personal Financial Literacy [45874

PFL

03380082]

Grade: 10-12 Credit: 1/2 Personal Financial Literacy will develop citizens who have the knowledge and skills to make sound, informed financial decisions that will allow them to lead financially secure lifestyles and understand personal financial responsibility. Students will apply critical-thinking and problem-solving skills to analyze decisions involving earning and spending, saving and investing, credit and borrowing, insuring and protecting, and college and post-secondary education and training.

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[B45499

APEUHIST

A3340200]

Psychology [45514

PSYCH

03350100]

Grades: 11-12 Credit: 1/2 This course provides opportunity for the student to study some of the elements of individual and social psychology. They will learn how the knowledge and methods of psychology are applied to the solution of human problems. Content for the course is designed to give students some insight into human behavior and attitude development relating to ideas and people. For online courses info access: www.irvingisd.net/onlinecourses

Pre AP Investigations of Psychology [45564

PSYCHINV

03380032]

Grades: 11 - 12 Credit: 1/2 In this course, students are introduced to the scientific method as applied in behavioral sciences including application of methodology and ethics in behavioral science research learning theory, the processes of sensation and perception, studies in cognitive psychology and descriptive statistics. Students will have the opportunity to delve more deeply into areas of particular interest including the possibility of developing a research project on human behavior and mental processes.

AP Psychology [45524

APPSYCH

A3350100]

Grades: 11-12 Credit: 1/2 Advanced Placement (AP) courses are open enrollment courses, designed for students who are passionate about the subject, prepared and willing to take on the challenge. The content of this course will be comprehensive in nature, requiring students to study scholarly research and theories of human development. The AP exam is mandatory and may result in the student earning college credit hours.

Sociology [45614

SOC

03370100]

Grades: 11-12 Credit: 1/2 Sociology is the study of human social groups. Various group types are examined in an attempt to understand man’s social behavior. Topics include the urban community, the handicapped, teen peer groups, as well as social problems such as slums and juvenile delinquency. Current events, projects and an independent research paper may be required.


Social Studies Research Methods Honors Academic Decathlon

Aerobic Activities

[45804

Grades: 9-12

SSRES H

03380003]

Grades: 10-12 Credit: 1/2 PR Teacher R In this elective course, students will conduct advanced research on a selected topic in social studies using qualitative and quantitative methods of inquiry. Essay writing, testing, public speaking, higher level and critical thinking skills will be stressed. Emphasis is on preparation for Academic Decathlon.

[56274

PEAA

Class activities will include those that will promote further understanding of cardio-respiratory fitness and the health benefits achieved by including aerobic activities in personal fitness programs. Students will participate in challenges such as walking/jogging programs, circuit/weight training, aerobic dance, line dance, low organized games and swimming

Outdoor Adventure Education [56164

Special Topics in Social Studies Honors Academic Decathlon [45744

SPTSS H

03380002]

Grades: 10-12 Credit: 1/2 PR: Teacher R This elective course provides students the opportunity to apply the knowledge and skills of the social sciences to a variety of topics and issues. Problem solving and decision making are important elements of the course as is the communication of information in written, oral, and visual forms. Emphasis is on preparation for Academic Decathlon.

Special Topics-African-American Studies [45734

SPTSS

03380002]

Grades: 9-12 Credit: 1/2 African-American studies is a one-semester course of AfricanAmerican history with emphasis on African heritage and the history of the African-American experience, including recent events.

Special Topics-Juvenile Justice and Civic Responsibility [45764

SPTSS

03380002]

Grades: 9-12 Credit: 1/2 This problem-based course is designed to provide students with practical information and problem solving opportunities that will help them succeed in our law-related society. They will have the opportunity to discuss and analyze the most current law-related public issues.

PES00054] Credit: 1/2

PEAOA

PES00053]

Grades: 9-12 Credit: 1/2 Class activities will include those that promote understanding and appreciation of recreational outdoor activities, and the responsibilities that accompany them. Students will receive instruction/participate in hunting, boating, fishing, archery, survival skills outdoor cooking and orienteering activities.

Individual/Team Sports [56124

PEITS

Grades: 9-12

PES00055] Credit: 1/2

Class activities will include those that promote further understanding of various individual/team sports, with an emphasis on lifetime activities. Students will participate in activities such as tennis, badminton, yoga/Pilates, bocce ball, weight training, disc golf, bowling, volleyball, flag football, basketball and soccer.

Swim to Work [56311/2]

SWIMTOWORK PES00054]

Grades: 9-12

Credit: 1 PE Credit

DO YOU LIKE TO SWIM? Swim to Work is an aquatics course for MacArthur, Irving and Nimitz students that provides basic water safety and swimming skills instruction while preparing students for lifeguard certification (included in the course). Highlights of the course include: improve your swimming skills, learn aquatics safety, first aid and CPR, participate in a variety of water-related activities, get fit, and have fun! Students will travel to the Northlake Natatorium during 8th period daily, and participate in the course from 4:00 to 5:00pm. Transportation will be provided and students will be back on campus between 5:30 and 5:45pm.

Special Topics-Latin American Studies

Health

[45724

Health Education

SPTSS

03380002]

Grades: 9-12 Credit: 1/2 Students enrolled in this course will examine the land, people, and history of Hispanic America (Mexico, Central America, and South America) from pre-Columbian cultures to the present. The relationship between Latin America and the U.S. in international issues will also be addressed.

Physical Education

[55144

HITH ED

03810100]

Grades: 9-12 Credit: 1/2 In this course, the following areas are covered: mental health, tobacco, alcohol and drugs, body systems, nutrition, consumer education, safety and first aid, CPR, environmental health, diseases, and human growth and development. This course may be offered as an online course for a fee. For online courses info access: www.irvingisd.net/onlinecourses

Students are encouraged to take PE during the 9th and 10th grade.

Foundations of Personal Fitness [56114

PEIAFOUN

PES00052]

Grades: 9-12 Credit: 1/2 Class activities will promote an understanding of basic information relating to total physical fitness, nutrition and healthful living. Students will learn how to prescribe their own physical fitness program. Health-related fitness testing will be included during the semester. For online courses info access: www.irvingisd.net/onlinecourses 20


Athletics

American Sign Language Level II

All athletics must be approved by a coach.

[65911/2

Baseball Basketball Boys Basketball Girls Cross Country Boys Cross Country Girls Football Golf (fall tryout) Gymnastics Soccer Boys Soccer Girls Softball Swimming Tennis Track Boys Track Girls Trainer Volleyball Wrestling

[65921/2

SPORTMD 1

N1150040]

Sports Medicine II SPORTMD 2

N1150041]

Grades: 10-12 Credit: 1/2-1 PR Sports Medicine I This course is designed for athletic training students. It provides an indepth study and application of the components of sports medicine including but not limited to: Basic rehabilitative techniques; therapeutic modalities; wound care, taping and bandaging techniques, prevention, recognition, and care of musculoskeletal injuries; injuries to the young athlete; drugs in sports; modern issues in sports medicine. Individualized and independent assignments will be included in this course. This course will involve outside-of-class time homework and time required working with athletes and athletic teams.

Languages Other Than English District Criteria: Students will be placed into a language class based on readiness as determined by a district placement instrument.

American Sign Language Level I 03980100]

Grades: 9-12 Credit: 1 Nimitz only Level I introduces the beginning foreign language student to the basic reading, speaking, and writing skills and concepts necessary for communication in daily situations. Some colleges and universities do not credit this course as the Language Other Than English component of the high school transcript. 21

ASL 4H

03980400]

Grades: 12 Credit: 1 PR: ASL I, II, III Level IV will expand the student development of syntax, semantics, and pragmatics of ASL. The students will expand their ability to perform tasks and develop their ability in American Sign Language. This course is offered online at the following campuses: Irving HS, MacArthur HS, Singley Academy and Cardwell Career Preparatory Center.

Arabic Level I [65801/2 Grades: 9

ARABIC 1

03110100]

Credit: 1

This course is the introductory level course designed to introduce students to the fundamentals of the Arabic language. Emphasis is on oral communication, grammar, and basic vocabulary. Additionally, an exploration of the various cultures of the Arabic speaking world will be presented through discussion and reading.

Chinese Level I (Online Course) [65701/2 Grades: 9-12

CHIN 1

03490100]

Credit: 1

In Level I students build a basic foundation of Chinese language and culture. Class time is dedicated to interactive activities allowing students to acquire skills in speaking, listening, reading and writing. Through multimedia teaching materials and activities, students are introduced to many aspects of Chinese culture. This course if offered online at all high schools.

Chinese Level II (Online Course) [65711/2

ASL 1

03980300]

American Sign Language Level IV

Grades: 9-12 Credit: 1/2-1 This course is designed for athletic training students. Students will gain an understanding of the treatment, rehabilitation and prevention of athletic injuries. Students will be instructed in basic First Aid techniques. They will learn basic principles of athletic training including, but not limited to, modalities, stretching techniques, and taping of athletic injuries and basic first aid. Students will have the opportunity to become certified in First Aid and CPR. Additionally, students will gain an understanding of human anatomy such as bones, muscles, tendons, ligaments, and other anatomical landmarks.

[65901/2

ASL 3H

Grades: 11-12 Credit: 1 PR: ASL I & II Students use knowledge of American Sign Language, including grammar and culture, to socialize, acquire and provide information, persuade and express feelings and opinions. The course aims to further develop students overall American Sign Language proficiency and research of deaf culture. Emphasized topics include translation between American Sign Language and English and the role and responsibilities of interpreters.

[65931/2

[55311/2 or 55314

03980200]

American Sign Language Level III-Honors

Sports Medicine I [55301/2 or 55304

ASL 2

Grades: 10-12 Credit: 1 PR: ASL I Level II builds on the language skills acquired in American Sign Language I. Students will develop their signing skills in various everyday situations and further explore the cultural perspective of the deaf community.

CHIN 2

03490200]

Grades: 9-12 Credit: 1 PR: Level I Level II develops students' communicative abilities in Chinese as well as understanding of the cultural context in which the language is used. Students learn to communicate through activities in speaking, listening, reading and writing; review and learning of vocabulary, grammar, sentence patterns and characters; and study of Chinese cultures and societies. On-line class activities are highly interactive and focus on speaking and listening. Reading about texts and Chinese cultures is also emphasized, as are informal writing (to develop fluency) and brief compositions (to develop accuracy). This course is offered online at all the high schools.


Pre AP Chinese Level III (Online Course) [65721/2

PRE AP CHIN 3

03490300]

Grades: 9-12 Credit: 1 PR: Level I & II In Level III students go beyond their basic foundation of Chinese language and culture and expand on history, vocabulary, sentence structure, and grammar. Class time is dedicated to interactive activities allowing students to enhance skills in speaking, listening, reading and writing. Through multimedia teaching materials and activities, students are challenged to build upon the information they have learned in the Chinese culture and develop a deeper understanding of the Chinese people. This course is offered online at all the high schools.

AP Chinese Level IV (Online Course) [65731/2

APCH LAN

A3490400]

Grade: 10-12 Credit: 1 PR: Level III Advanced Placement (AP) courses are open enrollment courses, designed for students who are passionate about the subject, prepared and willing to take on the challenge. AP Chinese emphasizes the use of the language in communication scenarios. The course will continue to expose student to the language and culture of the Chinese-speaking world. Emphasis is placed in preparing students to demonstrate their level of Chinese proficiency in all modes of communication. This course is offered online at all high schools. Students will be required to take the AP exam.

French and Spanish Level I [65101/2 [B65410

FREN 1 SPAN 1

03410100] 03440100]

Grades: 9-12 Credit: 1 Level I introduces the beginning foreign language student to the basic reading, speaking, and writing skills and concepts necessary for communication in daily situations. Pronunciation skills will be developed through the accurate reproduction of native sounds. German is only offered at Nimitz High School.

understanding of spoken French in various contexts, and a vocabulary sufficiently ample for reading newspaper and magazine articles, literary texts, and other non-technical writings without dependence on a dictionary. Extensive training in organizing and writing compositions is emphasized. Students will be required to take the AP exam.

AP German Language Level IV [65241/2

[65111/2 [65211/2 [B65420

FREN 2 03410200] GERMAN 2 03420200] SPAN 2 03440200]

Grades: 9-12 Credit: 1 PR: Level I or District Criteria Level II reviews the basic structures learned in Level I and continues with additional structures, expressions, and vocabulary. Listening and speaking skills will continue to be developed. Conversation in different social situations will be stressed through creative oral activities. German is only offered at Nimitz High School.

A3420300]

AP Spanish Language Level IV [65451/2

APSPALAN

Grades: 9-12

Credit: 1

A3440100] PR: Spanish III or District Criteria

Advanced Placement (AP) courses are open enrollment courses, designed for students who are passionate about the subject, prepared and willing to take on the challenge. AP Spanish Language emphasizes the use of Spanish for active communication and encompasses aural/oral skills, reading comprehension, grammar, and composition. Course objectives help students to learn higher level to comprehend formal and informal spoken Spanish as well as accurate reading of newspaper and magazine articles and synthesis of several sources. Students will be required to take the AP exam.

AP Spanish Literature Level V [65471/2

French, German, Spanish Level II

AP GR LAN

Grade: 12 Credit: 1 PR: German III or District Criteria Advanced Placement (AP) courses are open enrollment courses, designed for students who are passionate about the subject, prepared and willing to take on the challenge. AP German emphasizes the use of the language for active communication. Students develop a strong command of vocabulary and structure as well as an understanding of spoken German in various conversational situations. The course seeks to develop proficient language skills and that can also be applied to various activities and disciplines. Students will be required to take the AP exam.

APSPA LIT

A3440200]

Grades: 11-12 Credit: 1 PR: AP Spanish Language Advanced Placement (AP) courses are open enrollment courses, designed for students who are passionate about the subject, prepared and willing to take on the challenge. Students read and analyze selected works from Spain and Latin America Literature. This is done both orally and in writing. Students are prepared to understand a lecture in Spanish and to participate actively in discussions on literary topics in Spanish. Required authors include Jorge Luis Borges, Federico Garcia Lorca, Gabriel Garcia Mรกrquez, Ana Maria Matute, and Miguel de Unamuno. Students will be required to take the AP exam.

Latin Level I PreAP French, German, Spanish Level III

[65301/2

[65131/2 [65231/2 [65441/2

Grades: 9-12 Credit: 1 In this course, students will concentrate on basic Latin grammar and vocabulary, with immediate practice in reading comprehensions and translation. Classical culture, history, and mythology are included. Latin is only offered at MacArthur High School.

PREAPFREN 3 03410300] PREAPGERMAN 3 03420300] PREAPSPAN 3 03440300]

Grades: 10-12 Credit: 1 PR: Level II or District Criteria During the third year of study, students are provided opportunities to comprehend native speakers in controlled situations, sustain conversation on familiar subjects, do intensive and extensive reading, and write original compositions. Activities are geared toward the development of higher-level and critical-thinking skills, which address a variety of learning styles. German is only offered at Nimitz High School.

AP French Language Level IV [65141/2

APFR LAN

A3410100]

LATIN 1

03430100]

Latin Level II [65311/2

LATIN 2

03430200]

Grades: 10-12 Credit: 1 PR: Latin I or District Criteria The second year of Latin provides additional basic structures and further develops the skills of speaking, listening, reading and writing. Literary selections from various Roman writers such as Livy and Caesar are translated. Latin is only offered at MacArthur High School.

Grades: 11-12 Credit: 1 PR: French III or District Criteria Advanced Placement (AP) courses are open enrollment courses, designed for students who are passionate about the subject, prepared and willing to take on the challenge. Emphasis is placed on the use of French for active communication as the student develops a deeper 22


Pre AP Latin Level III [65331/2

PREAP LATIN 3

03430300]

Grades: 10-12 Credit: 1 PR: Latin II or District Criteria Grammar and vocabulary are reviewed and extended at the beginning of the year. An overview of Roman literary heritage is then emphasized through the investigation of Latin literature including the works of Pliny, Cicero, Aulus Gelius and Ovid. Expanded vocabulary and word studies increase students’ confidence in both English and Latin and prepare students for Advanced Latin. Latin is only offered at MacArthur High School.

data while preserving the integrity of the information and maintaining a strict chain of custody for data. Students will solve problems as they study the application of science to the law. Students will learn digital citizenship by researching current laws and regulations and by practicing integrity and respect. Students will gain an understanding of computing and networking systems that transmit or store electronic data.

Computer Science I [75101/2

TACS 1

Grades: 9-12

AP Latin (Vergil) Level IV [65341/2

APLATVG

A3430100]

Grades: 11-12 Credit: 1 PR: Latin III Advanced Placement (AP) courses are open enrollment courses, designed for students who are passionate about the subject, prepared and willing to take on the challenge. The Aenoid is the central work studied in this course. Students develop their ability to comprehend, analyze, and interpret the literature while identifying the author’s modes of expression, imagery, and the cultural, social and political contexts. Specific meters in the syllabus are scanned. By the end of the course students are expected to translate accurately from Latin to English the poetry and prose they have read and to demonstrate a grasp of grammatical structures and vocabulary. Students will be required to take AP exam. Latin is only offered at MacArthur High School.

Cultural and Linguistic Topics in Spanish [65521/2 or 65524

SEMSPAN1

03440910]

Grades: 9-12 Credit: 1 PR: Spanish I, II, III This course will offer students the opportunity to gain and develop a deeper understanding of the spoken Spanish language and the diversity of the Spanish speaking countries and their cultures.

Technology Applications AP Computer Science Principles [75181/2

APCSPRIN

A3580300]

For online courses info access: www.irvingisd.net/onlinecourses

Computer Science II [75111/2

TACS 2

Grades: 11-12

Computer Science III [75121/2

TAIND 2

03581000]

Grades 11-12 Credit: 1 PR: Computer Science II or Computer Science A This course offers continued opportunities to design innovative programs to solve problems and develop critical thinking. Students will explore advanced concepts such as data abstraction, class hierarchies, visual organizers, data structures, and interface design, while collaborating in teams and modeling the ethical use of computer networks and digital information.

AP Computer Science A

[75261/2

Grades: 9-12 Credit: 0.5 or 1 The Digital Forensics course will foster students' creativity and innovation by presenting opportunities to investigate simulations and case studies of crimes, reconstructing computer security incidents, troubleshooting operational problems, and recovering from accidental system damage. Students will collaborate to develop forensic techniques to assist with computer security incident response. Students will learn methods to identify, collect, examine, and analyze 23

PR: Alg 1 & Computer Science I

This course continues the concepts of the first course while challenging students to develop larger and more complex programs to solve authentic problems. Students apply the principles of software engineering to work in design teams, break problems into specific parts, and develop code and algorithms while considering social implications and best programming practices.

Digital Forensics 03580360]

03580300]

Credit: 1

[75171/2 APTACS1

B77360

PR: Algebra 1

This course provides opportunities for students to design, implement, and present their own original computer programs. Students learn programming concepts using modern languages to create variables and procedures, display text and graphics, debug errors, and solve authentic problems. Working individually and collaboratively with peers, they evaluate the results and model ethical and responsible digital citizenship.

Grade 9-12 Credit: 1 Elective PR: Alg 1 Advanced Placement (AP) courses are open enrollment courses, designed for students who are passionate about the subject, prepared and willing to take on the challenge. The AP Computer Science Principles course includes computational thinking practices to help students coordinate and make sense of knowledge to accomplish a goal or a task through developing computational artifacts and analyzing data and information. The course includes the art of programming but is not programming centric. Students study the farreaching effects of computers on society, explore the creativity of the computing discipline, develop modes and simulations to make predictions about the world, and solve problems through communication and collaboration. Students enrolled in this course will be required to take the AP exam.

[77361/2

03580200]

Credit: 1

A3580100]

Grades: 11-12 Credit:1 PR: Computer Science I & Algebra II Advanced Placement (AP) courses are open enrollment courses, designed for students who are passionate about the subject, prepared and willing to take on the challenge. AP Computer Science uses JAVA programming language and emphasizes programming methodologies and procedural abstraction. It includes the study of algorithms, data sources, and data abstractions and prepares students for the AP Computer Science exam. Students will be required to take the AP exam.

Independent Study in Technology Applications TAIND 4

03581200]

Grades: 10-12 Credit: 1 PR: Teacher Approval By applying advanced creativity and technology application skills, students in this course develop and produce original works and projects that meet professional standards. They use appropriate technology tools to identify and solve problems, plan and manage activities, and complete projects individually and in collaboration with peers and professionals. Final results are published or presented to a larger audience. For online courses info access: www.irvingisd.net/onlinecourses


Visual Arts

wire, plaster, and found objects for three- dimensional sculptures. Students will be required to keep a sketchbook and present a portfolio of work.

Art I [B66100 ART 1

03500100]

Grades: 9-12 Credit: 1 Art I is a foundation course for the student who plans to pursue advanced studies in art and for the student who simply enjoys creating and learning about art. This course provides the student with experience in expressing himself imaginatively through drawing, painting, sculpture, ceramics, and printmaking. For online courses info access: www.irvingisd.net/onlinecourses

Art III Ceramics [66331/2

ART3CRMC

03501800]

Grades: 11-12 Credit: 1 PR: Instructor Approval/Ceramics II Students will continue to develop advanced skills in hand building and wheel thrown work. A strong emphasis will be placed upon personal expression and the refinement of form in functional and sculptural ceramics. Students will explore a variety of glazes and firing processes and will formulate their own glazes. Students will be required to keep a sketchbook and present a portfolio of work.

Art II Ceramics [66231/2

ART 2 CRMC

03500900]

Art III Drawing

Grades: 10-12 Credit: 1 PR: Instructor Approval/Art I Students will apply the elements and principles of design to work in clay. In Ceramics II, the student will learn to create functional and nonfunctional clay pieces using pinch, coil, and slab techniques. As the student progresses, he will learn to use the potter’s wheel and explore a variety of glazes and firing processes. Students will be required to keep a sketchbook.

[66301/2

Art II Drawing

Art III Fibers

[66201/2

ART2DRAW

03500500]

Grades: 10-12 Credit: 1 PR: Instructor Approval/Art I The serious art student will explore drawing in its many forms by using a wide variety of media and techniques. Students will use drawing as a source of inspiration for works of art in other two and three dimensional media. Students will be required to keep a sketchbook and present a portfolio of work. This class is a prerequisite for AP 2D and Drawing Portfolio.

ART 2 FBRS

03501300]

[66321/2

ART3FBRS

03501600]

Grades: 11-12 Credit: 1 PR: Instructor Approval/Art II Fibers Students will build upon experiences gained in Fibers II. An emphasis will be placed upon personal expression and selection of media and technique. Students will research fiber-related topics and will create a series of fiber constructions. Students will be required to keep a sketchbook and present a portfolio of work.

Art III Painting

Art II Fibers [66221/2

ART3DRAW

Grades: 11-12 Credit: 1 PR: Instructor Approval/Drawing II Students will continue to strengthen skills in drawing with a variety of media and techniques. A strong emphasis will be placed on developing a personal style of drawing. Each student will work independently on a variety of assignments. Students will be required to keep a sketchbook and present a portfolio of work.

03500800]

[66311/2

ART3PATG

03501400]

Grades: 10-12 Credit: 1 PR: Instructor Approval/Art I Students will work with yarn, fibers, and fabrics and will explore quilting, weaving, basketry, tie-dying, and batik. Students will create wearable, usable, and decorative items and will study the importance of the textile arts in history.

Grades: 11-12 Credit: 1 PR: Instructor Approval/Art II Painting Students will build upon experiences gained in Painting II. An emphasis will be placed upon personal expression and selection of media and technique. Students will research contemporary and historical painters and will create a series of paintings. Students will be required to keep a sketchbook and present a portfolio of work.

Art II Jewelry– Making

Art III Sculpture

[66241/2

ART2JWLR

Grades: 10-12

Credit: 1

03501100] PR: Instructor Approval/Art I

Students will apply the elements and principles of design to jewelry. Beginning students will learn basic fabricating techniques and will work with precious and non-precious metals, glass, wood, and other materials. Students will also learn the techniques of soldering and casting. Students will keep a sketchbook and present a portfolio of work.

[66351/2

ART3SCLP

03501900]

Grades: 11-12 Credit: 1 PR: Instructor Approval/Art II Sculpture Students will continue to apply the principles and elements of design to the creation of works in wood, wire, clay, plaster, sheet metal, and found objects. Students will be required to keep a sketchbook and present a portfolio of work.

Art III Jewelry-Making Art II Painting [66211/2

ART2PATG

Grades: 10-12

Credit: 1

[66341/2 03500600] PR: Instructor Approval/Art I

This class will familiarize the student who has excellent drawing and design skills with wet media techniques and production. Media used will include, but will not be limited to, watercolor, oil, acrylic, tempera, and ink. Students will explore color theory and historical styles in painting and will complete realistic, abstract, and nonobjective work. Students will be expected to keep a sketchbook and present a portfolio of work.

ART3JWLR

0350200]

Grades: 11-12 Credit: 1 PR: Instructor Approval/Art II Jewelry Students will continue to develop skills in jewelry fabrication and casting. Advanced techniques, such as multiple stage soldering and stone setting will be introduced. The historical, cultural, and ceremonial aspects of jewelry as a form of art and human adornment will be examined. Students will be required to keep a sketchbook and present a portfolio of work.

Art II Sculpture [66251/2

ART2SCLP

03501800]

Grades: 10-12 Credit: 1 PR: Instructor Approval/Art I Students will apply the elements and principles of design to sculpture. The serious art student will explore a variety of media such as wood, 24


Art IV Drawing [66401/2

ART4DRAW

AP Art - 2D Design Portfolio 03502300]

Grades: 12 Credit: 1 PR: Instructor Approval/Art III Drawing Each student will continue to work independently to more firmly establish a personal style of drawing that illustrates his/her expertise in a wide range of media/ techniques. Students will be required to keep a sketchbook and present a portfolio of work.

Art IV Painting [66411/2

ART4PAIN

03502400]

Grade: 12 Credit: 1 PR: Instructor Approval/Painting III Each student will work independently to establish a personal style of painting. Each student will exhibit a body of work that reflects a concentration of his/her expertise in a wide range of media and techniques. Students will be required to keep a sketchbook and present a portfolio of work.

Art IV Ceramics [66431/2

ART4CRMC

03502700]

Grade: 12 Credit: 1 PR: Instructor Approval/Art III Ceramics Students will create a thematic portfolio of ceramic work in an area approved by the instructor. The scope of the portfolio will demonstrate exemplary achievement in hand building, wheel throwing, and glazing techniques. Students should have a minimum of ten exhibition quality pieces for their portfolios. Students will be required to keep a sketchbook and present a portfolio of work.

ART4FBRS

03502600]

Grade: 12 Credit: 1 PR: Instructor Approval/Art III Fibers Fibers IV is an advanced studio course for the serious student interested in fibers. Personal expression will be an emphasis in a fiber media that the student excelled in working with in Fibers III. Students will be required to keep a sketchbook and present a portfolio of work.

Art IV Jewelry-Making [66441/2

ART4JWLR

03502900]

Grade: 12 Credit: 1 PR: Instructor Approval/Art III Jewelry Students will continue to apply the elements and principles of design to jewelry making while developing skills in using such advanced techniques as multiple stage soldering and stone setting. Gem analysis and identification by name and grade will be added. Students will create a thematic portfolio of jewelry in an area approved by the instructor. Students will be required to keep a sketchbook and present a portfolio of work.

Art IV Sculpture [66491/2

ART4SCLP

03502800]

Grade: 12 Credit: 1 PR: Art III Sculpture Each student will continue to work independently to more firmly establish a personal style of sculpture that illustrates his/her expertise in a wide range of media/techniques. Students will be required to keep a sketchbook and present a portfolio of work.

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AP 2D DP

A3500400]

Grade: 11-12 Credit: 1 PR: Instructor Approval Portfolio/Art II Advanced Placement (AP) courses are open enrollment courses, designed for students who are passionate about the subject, prepared and willing to take on the challenge. This course is an advanced studio art course in which the student demonstrates mastery of 2D design through graphic design, digital imaging, photography, collage, fabric design, weaving, illustration, panting or printmaking. Students will compile a portfolio that meets current College Board requirements for AP. Students will be required to take the AP exam. Senior students will participate in the senior show.

AP Art - 3D Design Portfolio [66371/2

AP 3D DP

A30500500]

Grade: 11-12 Credit: 1 PR: Instructor Approval/Portfolio/Art II Advanced Placement (AP) courses are open enrollment courses, designed for students who are passionate about the subject, prepared and willing to take on the challenge. This advanced studio art course allows the student to demonstrate mastery of 3D design through figurative or nonfigurative sculpture, architectural models, metal work, ceramics or three-dimensional fiber arts. Students will compile a portfolio that meets current College Board requirements for AP. Students will be required to take the AP exam. Senior students will participate in the senior show.

AP Studio Art Drawing [66461/2

Art IV Fibers [66421/2

[66361/2

APSTARTD

A3500300]

Grade: 12 Credit: 1 PR: Instructor Approval/Portfolio/Art II Drawing Advanced Placement (AP) courses are open enrollment courses, designed for students who are passionate about the subject, prepared and willing to take on the challenge. AP Art IV is an advanced studio course for the college-bound and art career-oriented student. It differs from AP Art III General Portfolio in that it concentrates exclusively on advanced drawing. Students will compile an exemplary portfolio that meets current College Board Requirements for Advanced Placement. Students will be required to take the AP exam. Senior students will participate in the senior show.

AP Art History [66451/2

APHISART

A3500100]

Grades: 11-12 Credit: 1 Advanced Placement (AP) courses are open enrollment courses, designed for students who are passionate about the subject, prepared and willing to take on the challenge. AP Art History is an advanced placement course for the college-bound student. An understanding and enjoyment of architecture, sculpture, painting, and other art forms within historical and cultural contacts is studied. In the course, students examine major forms of artistic expression from the past and present and from a variety of cultures. They learn to look at works of art critically, with intelligence and sensitivity, and to articulate what they see or experience. Students will be required to take the AP exam. Senior students will participate in the senior show.


Dance

Band begins the first of August and includes before and after school rehearsals throughout the school year. Students can substitute Marching Band for Physical Education.

Dance I [69101/2

DANCE 1

03830100]

Grades: 9-12 Credit: 1 Beginning dance class includes an overview of a variety of dance genres (jazz, hip-hop, ballet, lyrical, modern, and various drill team styles). Students will develop performance and choreographic skills culminating in at least one mandatory performance.

Dance II [69111/2

DANCE 2

03830200]

Grades: 10-12 Credit: 1 PR: Instructor Approval /Dance I Intermediate dance class includes an overview of a variety of dance genres (jazz, hip-hop, ballet, lyrical, modern, and various drill team styles). Students will develop performance and choreographic skills culminating in at least one mandatory performance. An important element of this class is physical conditioning to develop flexibility, physical expression of rhythmic understanding, and poise.

DANCE 3 DANCE 4

03830300] 03830400]

Grades: 11-12 Credit: 1 PR: Instructor Approval Dance II Advanced dance class includes extensive study of a variety of dance genres. Continued development of technical facility and refinement of high-level performance skills will be the focus of this class. Students will develop performance and choreographic skills culminating in multiple performances both in the school and in the greater metropolitan community. Students can expect a high level of physical demand in the day-to-day routine of this class.

Music Varsity Band I-IV [68131/2

V BAND

03150400]

Grades: 9-12 Credit: 1 (1/2 PE Waiver) PR: Instructor Approval The Symphonic Band is designed for the advanced instrumental student and membership is by audition. Musical performance in UIL events, concerts, scheduled band activities, and additional rehearsals are a required part of the student’s responsibility in the organization. Band begins the first of August and includes before and after school rehearsals throughout the school year. Students are allowed to substitute Marching Band for Physical Education.

Sub Non-Varsity A Band I-IV [B68110

SUBNV A BAND

03150200]

Grades: 9-12 Credit: 1 PR: Instructor Approval The Campus Band is designed to meet the individual improvement needs of the student. Scheduled participation in performance is a required part of the student’s responsibilities throughout the school year. Students are encouraged to demonstrate improvement and audition for the advanced level bands each year.

Non-Varsity Band I-IV [B68120

NV BAND

[68501/2 [68511/2 [68521/2 [68531/2

03150300]

Grades: 9-12 Credit: 1 (1/2 PE Waiver) PR: Instructor Approval The Concert Band is designed to meet the individual needs of the student, and membership is by audition. Musical performance in UIL events, concerts, scheduled band activities, and additional rehearsals are a required part of the student’s responsibility in the organization.

JAZZ BAND 1 JAZZ BAND 2 JAZZ BAND 3 JAZZ BAND 4

03151300] 03151400] 03151500] 03151600]

Grades: 9-12 Credit: 1 PR: Instructor Approval PR: Concurrent membership in band or orchestra; Exception permitted for piano or organ, guitar, bass, vocalist. The Jazz Band is a musical organization serving as a laboratory for students of instrumental music. The Jazz Band provides students with an opportunity to explore alternative styles and instrumental techniques utilized in American jazz and jazz-derived musical idioms, to foster creativity through improvisation, and to serve as a basis for music vocations and avocations.

Varsity Orchestra [68201/2

Dance III-IV [69121/2 [69131/2

Jazz Band I-IV

V ORCH

03150800]

Grades: 9-12 Credit: 1 PR: Instructor Approval The string orchestra class is designed to meet the individual needs of the student in violin, viola, cello, and string bass. The course of study includes developmental playing techniques, general musicianship, and representative orchestral literature. Musical performance in UIL events, concerts, scheduled orchestral activities, and additional rehearsals is a required part of the student’s responsibility in the organization.

Non-Varsity Orchestra [68201/2

SUB NV ORCH 03150800]

Grades: 9-12 Credit: 1 PR: Instructor Approval/Concurrent membership in orchestra Instrumental ensembles meet the needs of students with a specific interest in performing ensemble literature other than that studied in band or orchestra. Size and composition of each group is designed to meet requirements of the music to be studied.

Instrumental Ensemble [68601/2 [68611/2 [68621/2 [68631/2

INST EN1 INST EN2 INST EN3 INST EN4

03151700] 03151800] 03151900] 03152000]

Grade: 9-12 Credit: 1 PR: Instructor Approval/Concurrent membership in band or orchestra Instrumental ensembles meet the needs of students with a specific interest in performing ensemble literature other than that studied in band or orchestra. Size and composition of each group is designed to meet requirements of the music to be studied.

A Cappella Choir I–IV [68701/2 VOC ENS09 03152100] [68711/2 VOC ENS10 03152100] [68721/2 VOC ENS11 03152100] [68731/2 VOC ENS12 03152100] [68741/2 MUS ENS CONTEMP 03152100] Grades: 9-12 Credit: 1 PR: Instructor Approval The A Cappella Choir is designed for the advanced choral students, and membership is by audition. The course of study includes vocal production, general musicianship, and representative choral literature from the Renaissance to the present. Musical performance in concerts, UIL, scheduled activities, and additional rehearsals is a required part of the student’s responsibility in the organization. 26


Mixed Choir I-IV [68321/2 [68351/2 [68381/2 [68411/2

VARMIXED 09 VARMIXED 10 VARMIXED 11 VARMIXED 12

03150900] 03150100] 03151100] 03151200]

Grades: 9-12 Credit: 1 PR: Instructor Approval The Mixed Choir is designed to meet the individual need of students, and membership is with the director’s approval. The course of study includes vocal production, general musicianship, and representative choral literature from the Renaissance to the present. Musical performance in concerts, UIL, scheduled activities, and additional rehearsals is a required part of the student’s responsibility in the organization.

Treble Choir I-IV [68301/2 [68311/2 [68331/2 [68341/2 [68361/2 [68371/2 [68391/2 [68401/2

VAR TREBLE 9 NV TREBLE 9 VAR TREBLE 10 NV TREBLE 10 VAR TREBLE 11 NV TREBLE 11 VAR TREBLE 12 NV TREBLE 12

03150900] 03150900] 03151000] 03151000] 03151100] 03151100] 03151200] 03151200]

Grades: 9-12 Credit: 1 PR: Instructor Approval The Treble Chorus is designed to meet the needs of the choral students, and membership is with the director’s approval. The course of study includes vocal production, general musicianship, and representative choral literature from the Renaissance to the present. Musical performance in concerts, UIL, scheduled activities, and additional rehearsals is a required part of the student’s responsibility in the organization.

Credit may be granted for Applied Music (individual study) in the areas of piano, voice, wind and string instruments only when the contracting student is enrolled concurrently in at least one additional music course. Public performance is required.

Music Theory [68821/2

MUS THY 1

03155400]

Grades: 9-12 Credit: 1 PR: Instructor Approval/Previous music experience This is a study of the principles and techniques of the 18th and 19th century composition, covering the basic fundamentals of music theory, ear-training, sight-singing, harmonic and melodic dictation, and partwriting through the use of non-harmonic tones. A brief study is made of the periods of music history from the renaissance period through our own contemporary time. Time is spent listening to and discussing musical works of the great composers.

AP Music Theory [68831/2

APMUSTHY

A3150200]

Grades: 11-12 Credit:1 PR: Instructor Approval/Previous music experience Advanced Placement (AP) courses are open enrollment courses, designed for students who are passionate about the subject, prepared and willing to take on the challenge. Advanced Placement Music Theory is an enhanced music theory course. This theory course is designed for more in-depth study and application for students in eartraining, sight-signing, melodic dictation and composition. The course will also provide an overview of music history from the Renaissance through the contemporary period. Students will be required to take the AP exam.

Tenor-Bass Choir I-IV [68421/2 [68431/2 [68441/2 [68451/2

NV TEN/BASS 9 NV TEN/BASS 10 NV TEN/BASS 11 NV TEN/BASS 12

03150900] 03151000] 03151100] 03151200]

Grades: 9-12 Credit: 1 PR: Instructor Approval The Tenor-Bass Chorus is designed to meet the needs of the choral student, and membership is with the director’s approval. The course of study includes vocal production, general musicianship, and representative choral literature from the Renaissance to the present. Musical performance in concerts, UIL, scheduled activities, and additional rehearsals is a required part of the student’s responsibility in the organization.

VOC ENS 9 VOC ENS 10 VOC ENS 11 VOC ENS 12

Theater Arts I [67101/2

TH 1

03250100]

Grades: 9-12 Credit: 1 This course of study is designed as an introductory survey in the fundamentals of theater production, including the role of the actor in the interpretation of dramatic literature and the development of the physical theater. The student is also involved in the physical and mental processes of learning to act with emphasis on interpretation, bodily movement, and characterization.

Theater Arts II

Vocal Ensemble [68701/2 [68711/2 [68721/2 [68731/2

Theater Arts

03152100] 03152200] 03152300] 03152100]

[67111/2

TH 2

03250200]

Grades: 11-12 Credit: 1 PR: Instructor Approval Meets the needs of students with a specific interest in a specialized choral music class. Size and composition of each group is designed to meet requirements of the music to be studied.

Grades: 10-12 Credit: 1 PR: Instructor Approval This course of study is designed to provide the student with knowledge of the actor’s craft, the development of theater as part of our cultural heritage, fine dramatic literature, and the ability to evaluate dramatic experiences. The major emphasis of the course is on the extension of the student’s knowledge of the principles of acting, comedic and dramatic theory, stagecraft, directing, and actual workshop experience in the preparation and presentation of plays.

Applied Music I-II

Theater Arts III

[68801/2 [68811/2 [68851/2 [68861/2

MUS ENS CONT 9 MUS ENS CONT 9 MUS ENS CONT 9 MUS ENS CONT 9

03152500] 03152600] 03152601] 03152602]

Grades: 9-12 Credit: 1 PR: Instructor Approval/Previous music experience 27

[67121/2

TH 3

03250300]

Grades: 11-12 Credit: 1 PR: Instructor Approval This course of study is designed as an advanced course, which prepares students for competition in drama events in local and statewide tournaments. The major emphasis is on the practice, critique, and refinement of the techniques of acting, directing, stagecraft, and preparing and presenting plays and/ or scenes from plays.


Theater Arts IV [67131/2

TH 4

03250400]

Grade: 12 Credit: 1 PR: Instructor Approval This course of study is designed to further engage students in theatrical competitions and to provide the student with advanced training in the actor’s craft, the history of the theater, and theories of dramatic study. The student will refine skills in acting, directing, stagecraft, and production.

include decision-making skills, problem-solving techniques, communication skills, leadership roles, human relations skills and understanding the need for civic responsibility. Students who take this course will apply these skills in dealing with peers, school staff and the community. This course is a hands-on, lab-oriented approach to leadership.

Teen Leadership [85124

Theater Production I-IV [67201/2 [67211/2 [67221/2 [67231/2

TH1 PROD TH2 PROD TH3 PROD TH4 PROD

03250700] 03250800] 03250900] 03251000]

Grades: 9-12 Credit: 1 PR: Audition & Instructor Approval Theater Production I, II, III, and IV are lab courses in which students are involved in acting in and producing a minimum of three plays each school year.

Technical Theater I-IV [67301/2 [67311/2 [67321/2 [67331/2

TH1TECH TH2TECH TH3TECH TH4TECH

Grades: 9-12 Credit: 1 PR: Instructor Approval Technical Theater is the study and application of scenic design, makeup design, costume design, and stage and box office management.

Theatre and Media Communications I [67351/2

TH1MCOM

N1290012]

Methodology for Academic and Personal Success (MAPS) [85481/2

03250500] 03250600] 03250700] 03250800]

TEENLDR

Grades: 9-12 Credit: 1/2 Teen Leadership is a course in which students develop leadership, professional and business skills. The students will learn to develop positive self-concepts, healthy relationships and learn to understand the concept of personal responsibility. Other topics in this course include public speaking and communication, effective responses to peer pressure, problem solving skills, principles of parenting, and goal setting.

MAPS1

N1130021]

Grades: Credit: 1-2 Methodology for Academic and Personal Success focuses on the skills and strategies necessary for students to make a successful transition into high school and an academic career. Students will explore the options available in high school, higher education, and the professional world. Students will identify likes and dislikes, talents, and hobbies. The course focuses on self –understanding, decision-making, resiliency, attitude, character, social skills and leadership to help students maximize personal achievement in high school and beyond. Additionally, the course emphasizes proactive problem solving, selfdetermination, and independent thinking skills.

03251300]

Grades: 9-12 Credit: 1 PR: Instructor Approval and offered at Singley Only Technical Theater is the study and application of scenic design, makeup design, costume design, and stage and box office management.

Fundamentals

Leadership

Vocational I-V

Peer Assistance & Leadership [85101/2 or 85104

PEERASST

N1290005]

Grades: 9-12 Credit: 1/2-1 PR: Teacher Recommendation Students enrolled in this course will be trained as peer helpers who interact with students from their own campus or from feeder school campuses. The skills learned through this course will enable students to assist other students in having a more positive and productive school experience.

Student Leadership [85111/2 or 85114

STULEAD

N1290010]

Grades: 9-12 Credit: 1/2-1 PR: Teacher Recommendation This course provides an opportunity to study, practice and develop group and individual leadership and organizational skills. These skills

Listed below are two additional courses only offered as “Fundamentals”. All fundamentals courses are based on ARD committee decisions.

Grades: 9-12 Credit: 1 Local This course focuses on real world vocational training. Students enrolled in this course will study vocational skills necessary for applying for, obtaining, and maintaining employment. Students will learn hands-on job skills, effective communication strategies, and problem solving techniques necessary for successful employment. Enrollment is an ARD committee decision.

Work Based Learning I-II Grades: 11-12 Credit: 2 Local This course is designed to strengthen individual performance in job readiness skills needed to prepare students for competitive, supported, sheltered, or volunteer employment in the community. Students will learn and generalize employability skills including effective communication, decision-making skills, work tolerance, transportation strategies, and specific skills needed for a variety of job.

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Irving ISD Recommended High School Course Sequence English 2018-2019 8th Grade

9th Grade

10th Grade

11th Grade

12th Grade

8th grade English

English I

English II

English III

English IV Research/Technical Writing (.5 credit) Creative Writing (.5 credit) Humanities I (.5 credit) College Preparatory Course ELA

8th grade English

English I

English II

English III Dual Credit

English IV Dual Credit

8th grade Pre-AP English

English I Pre-AP

English II Pre-AP

AP English Language and Composition AP Seminar Capstone

AP English Literature and Composition AP Research Capstone

English 1 GT/Humanities

English II Pre-AP

AP English Language and Composition AP Seminar Capstone

AP English Literature and Composition AP Seminar Capstone or AP Research Capstone

English V Genre Study AP Research Capstone

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Irving ISD Recommended High School Course Sequence Math 2018-2019 8th Grade

8th grade Math

9th Grade

Algebra 1

10th Grade

11th Grade

Geometry

Math Models with Applications (MMA)

12th Grade Algebraic Reasoning College Preparatory Course Mathematics Algebra 2

8th grade Math

Algebra 1

Geometry

Algebraic Reasoning

Statistics College Preparatory Course Mathematics Advanced Quantitative Reasoning Precalculus

8th grade Math

Algebra 1

Geometry

Algebra 2

Statistics Independent Study: Elements of Precalc College Preparatory Course Mathematics

Algebra 1 PreAP

Geometry GT PreAP

Geometry PreAP

Algebra 2 GT PreAP

Algebra 2 PreAP

Precalculus GT PreAP

Precalculus PreAP

AP Calculus AB or BC

AP Statistics

AP Statistics

AP Computer Science A

AP Computer Science A

AP Calculus AB or BC

AP Calculus BC

AP Statistics

AP Statistics

AP Computer Science A

AP Computer Science A

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Irving ISD Recommended High School Course Sequence for Science 2018-2019 8th Grade

9th Grade

10th Grade

11th Grade

12th Grade Physics Chemistry Environmental Systems Earth and Space Science

8th Grade Science

Biology

IPC

Chemistry Physics Environmental Systems

8th Grade Science

Biology

Chemistry

Physics Environmental Systems

Physics Environmental Systems Earth and Space Science PreAP Physics AP Physics 1 AP Physics 2 AP Physics C: Electricity & Magnetism AP Physics C: Mechanics AP Biology AP Chemistry AP Environmental Science AP Physics 2 AP Physics C: Electricity & Magnetism AP Physics C: Mechanics AP Biology AP Chemistry AP Environmental Science

8th PreAP Science

Biology GT

Biology PreAP

Chemistry PreAP AP Physics 1

PreAP Physics AP Physics 1 AP Physics 2 AP Biology AP Chemistry AP Environmental Science

Chemistry GT

AP Physics 1 AP Physics 2 AP Biology AP Chemistry AP Environmental Science

AP Physics 1 AP Physics 2 AP Physics C: Electricity & Magnetism AP Physics C: Mechanics AP Biology AP Chemistry AP Environmental Science

*All pre-requisites for AP science courses are based on the recommendations from TEA and College Board.

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Irving ISD Recommended High School Course Sequence Social Studies 2018-2019 8th Grade

9th Grade

10th Grade

11th Grade

12th Grade

8th Grade Social Studies

World Geography

World History

US History

8th Grade Social Studies

World History

US History Dual Credit

US Government Dual Credit

World Geography

8th Grade PreAP Social Studies

World Geography PreAP AP Human Geography

World History PreAP AP World History

US History Dual Credit

US Government Dual Credit/ AP US Government

AP US History

AP Macroeconomics

8th Grade PreAP Social Studies (GT students)

AP Human Geography

AP World History

AP US History

US Government Economics

Economics

AP US Government AP Macroeconomics

Irving ISD Gifted and Talented Education 2018-2019 Subject

Language Arts

6th grade

6 GT ELA/ Humanities

7th grade

7 GT ELA/ Humanities

8th grade

PreAP GT English I/ Humanities

9th grade

PreAP English II GT AP

Humanities

Mathematics

10th grade AP Language & Composition GT AP Capstone Seminar

Humanities I

Algebra Topics GT

Pre AP Algebra I GT

Pre AP Geometry GT

Pre AP Algebra II GT

Science

Science 6 GT*

Science 7 GT*

Pre AP Biology GT**

Pre AP Chemistry GT

Social Studies

6th grade Pre-AP World Cultures

7th grade Pre-AP Texas History

8th grade Pre-AP US History

AP Human Geography/ PreAP World Geography

Pre AP Pre Calculus GT

AP Physics 1 AP Physics 2 AP Biology AP Chemistry AP Environmental Science AP World History

11th grade AP Literature & Composition GT AP Capstone Seminar AP Capstone Research

12th grade

English V Genre Study AP Capstone Research

Independent Independent Study Study Mentorship I Mentorship II AP Calculus AP Calculus AB BC GT AP Statistics AP Computer Science AP Computer Science Principles AP Biology AP Chemistry AP Physics 1 AP Physics 2 AP Physics C: Electricity & Magnetism AP Physics C: Mechanics AP Environmental Science AP US Gov’t AP AP US Comp Gov’t History AP Macro AP Micro

*All pre-requisites for AP science courses are based on the recommendations from TEA and College Board. 32


Irving ISD Recommended High School Course Sequence ESOL/ESL 2018-2019

9th Grade Newcomer Academy Students

Level 2 Beginning Students

Level 2 Intermediate Students

Level 3 Intermediate/ Advanced Students

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• • • • • • • •

• • • • • • •

• •

• • • • • •

ESOL 1 A ESOL Reading Newcomer English Language Development A Strategic Learning for HS Mathematics Independent English IPC ESL W GEO ESL Fine Arts or PE PE

ESOL 1A Read 1ESL Ind English ESL Alg I ESL (DB) IPC ESL W Geo ESL Elective Elective

ESOL 1B Read 2 ESL ADV ESOL 1 Alg I ESL IPC ESL W Geo Elective

Eng I ESL ADV ESOL I

NOTE: Courses in bold will be at the Newcomer Academy.

10th Grade

11th Grade

Level 1 Beginning

Level 2 Beginning/Intermediate

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• • • • • • •

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ESOL IIA Read II ESL Adv ESOL II Geom ESL Bio ESL W Hist ESL Elective

ESOL IIB Adv ESOL II Geom ESL Bio ESL W Hist Elective Elective

Level 3 Beginning/Intermediate • •

Eng II ESL Adv ESOL II

Beginning/Intermediate •

Eng III ESL


The Signature Studies programs are meeting the needs of today's workforce by focusing on the needs of business community today and in the future. The growth of the Signature Studies programs in Irving is constantly on the rise with emphasis on rigor, relevance, and relationships while focused on college and career readiness.

It is the policy of the Irving Independent School District not to discriminate on the basis of age, race, religion, color, national origin, sex or handicap in its vocational programs, services or activities as required byTitle VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, as amended; Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972; and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended. Es norma de Irving Independent School District no discriminar por motivos de raza, edad, color, origen nacional, sexo o impedimento, en sus programas, servicios o actividades vocacionales, tal como lo requieren el Título VI de la Ley de Derechos Civiles de 1964, según enmienda; el Título IX de las Enmiendas en la Educación, de 1972, y la Sección 504 de la Ley de Rehabilitación de 1973, según enmienda

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Signature Studies MATHEMATICS Engineering Mathematics [26121/2 ENGMATH 13036700] [Prerequisite: Algebra II] Grades: 11-12

Credits:

1

I, M, N, S

This is a course where students solve and model design problems. Students will use a variety of mathematical methods and models to represent and analyze problems that represent a range of real-world engineering applications such as robotics, data acquisition, spatial applications, electrical measurement, manufacturing processes, materials engineering, mechanical drives, pneumatics, process control systems, quality control, and computer programming.

SCIENCE Advanced Animal Science [36111/2 ADVANSCI 13000700] [Prerequisites: Biology AND Chemistry AND IPC OR Physics, Algebra I AND Geometry, AND Small Animal Management OR Equine Science] Grades: 12

Credits:

1

Anatomy and Physiology [35221/2 ANATPHYS 13020600] Grades: 11-12

N

This course examines the interrelatedness of human, scientific, and technological dimensions of livestock production. Instruction is designed to allow for the application of scientific and technological aspects of animal science through field and laboratory experiences. To prepare for careers in the field of animal science, students must attain academic skills and knowledge, acquire knowledge and skills related to animal systems, and develop knowledge and skills regarding career opportunities, entry requirements, and industry standards. To prepare for success, students need opportunities to learn, reinforce, apply, and transfer their knowledge and skills in a variety of settings. Advanced Plant and Soil Science [36121/2 ADVPSSCI 13002100] Grades: 12

Credits:

1

N

This course provides a way of learning about the natural world. Students should know how plant and soil science has influenced a vast body of knowledge, that there are still applications to be discovered, and that plant and soil science is the basis for many other fields of science. To prepare for careers in plant and soil science, students must attain academic skills and knowledge, acquire technical knowledge and skills related to plant and soil science and the workplace, and develop knowledge and skills regarding career opportunities, entry requirements, and industry expectations. To prepare for success, students need opportunities to learn, reinforce, apply, and transfer their knowledge and skills and technologies in a variety of settings.

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Credits:

1

I, M, N, S, BC

This course is designed for students to conduct laboratory and field investigations, use scientific methods during investigations, and make informed decisions using critical thinking and scientific problem solving. Students in Anatomy and Physiology will study a variety of topics, including the structure and function of the human body and the interaction of body systems for maintaining homeostasis. Engineering Science [36221/2 ENGSCIEN 13037500] [Prerequisites: Biology AND Chemistry AND IPC OR Physics] Grades: 11-12

Credits:

1

I, M, N, S

This is an engineering course designed to expose students to some of the major concepts and technologies that they will encounter in a postsecondary program of study in any engineering domain. Students will have an opportunity to investigate engineering and high-tech careers. In Engineering Science, students will employ science, technology, engineering, and mathematical concepts in the solution of real-world challenge situations. Students will develop problem-solving skills and apply their knowledge of research and design to create solutions to various challenges. Students will also learn how to document their work and communicate their solutions to their peers and members of the professional community.


Forensic Science [36151/2 FORENSCI 13029500] Grades: 11-12

Credits:

1

I, M, N, S, BC

This is a course that introduces students to the application of science to connect a violation of law to a specific criminal, criminal act, or behavior and victim. Students will learn terminology and procedures related to the search and examination of physical evidence in criminal cases as they are performed in a typical crime laboratory. Using scientific methods, students will collect and analyze evidence such as fingerprints, bodily fluids, hairs, fibers, paint, glass, and cartridge cases. Students will also learn the history and the legal aspects as they relate to each discipline of forensic science. Principles of Technology [36181/2A PRINTECH 13037100] [Prerequisites: Algebra 1; 1 science] Grades: 10-12

Credits:

1

S

In this course, students will conduct laboratory and field investigations, use scientific methods during investigations, and make informed decisions using critical thinking and scientific problem solving. Various systems will be described in terms of space, time, energy, and matter. Students will study a variety of topics that include laws of motion, conservation of energy, momentum, electricity, magnetism, thermodynamics, and characteristics and behavior of waves. Students will apply physics concepts and perform laboratory experimentations for at least 40% of instructional time using safe practices.

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BARBARA CARDWELL CAREER PREPARATORY CENTER

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SCHOOL OF WORKFORCE READINESS BARBARA CARDWELL CAREER PREPARATORY CENTER

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LEADERSHIP NOW! Leadership Development [76661/2 LEAD 13012100] Grades: 9-10

Credits: 1

Entrepreneurship [75971/2 ENTREP CARDWELL

Credits: 1

CARDWELL

I WANT TO BE A LEADER! This course will prepare you to become a leader of tomorrow. You will develop personal management and leadership skills, teambuilding skills, team leadership, workplace ethics, entrepreneurialism, employability skills, communication, project management, and academic and career preparation. You will become a strong leader who will be able to handle everything that life has to offer.

In this course, the students will study the role of entrepreneurs in our free enterprise system. This course will enable students to acquire the knowledge and develop the skills needed to effectively organize, develop, create, and manage their own businesses. Students will explore opportunities that may be immediately available to them upon completion of coursework and state exams, such as Real Estate sales and Insurance sales. Students will develop business and marketing skills, including work readiness skills, customer service and sales techniques, inventory procedures and calculations, effective communications techniques, payroll calculations, and related marketing functions. Students will create an entire business plan and try to sell their business ideas to judges in a final business opportunity presentation.

Professional Communications [16394 PROFCOMM 13009900]

Money Matters [74501/2 MONEYM 13016200]

Grades: 9-10

Credits: 0.5

CARDWELL

Grades: 10-12

Credits: 1

CARDWELL

MAY I HAVE YOUR ATTENTION? I WOULD LIKE TO SPEAK! You now need to begin preparing for a career in the global economy that will require you to be creative and have a strong background in computer and technology applications, a strong and solid academic foundation, and a proficiency in professional oral and written communication. Through this course, you will be prepared for the world once you have developed and expanded your ability to write, read, edit, speak, listen, apply software applications, manipulate computer graphics, and conduct Internet research. Are you ready?

MONEY MATTERS, SO HOW DO YOU MANAGE IT? In this course, students will investigate money management from a personal financial perceptive. Students will apply critical-thinking skills to analyze financial options based on current and projected economic factors. Students will gain knowledge and skills necessary to establish short-term and long-term financial goals. Students will examine various methods of achieving short-term 10 and long-term financial goals through various methods such as investing, tax planning, asset allocating, risk management, retirement planning, and estate planning.

Business Information Management I [74371/2 BUSIM1 13011400]

General Employability Skills [78591/2 GEMPLS N1270153]

Grades: 9-10

Credits: 1

CARDWELL

GET MICROSOFT OFFICE CERTIFIED! Students will learn Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Access and Power Point). Students will work towards acquiring the Microsoft Office Specialist Certification in each of the major programs. Students will also learn desktop publishing and will improve keyboarding skills.

Business Information Management II [74381/2 BUSIM2 13011500] [Prerequisite: Business Information Management I] Grades: 10-12

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Grades: 10-12

13034400]

Credits: 1

CARDWELL

Grades: 10-12

Credits: 1

CARDWELL

This course provides students with knowledge of the prerequisite skills for general employment as well as the means of obtaining those skills. Employability skills include fundamentals of maintenance of personal appearance and grooming. The course also includes the knowledge, skills, and attitudes that allow employees to get along with their co-workers, make important workrelated decisions, and become strong members of the work team. Discovering job possibilities that link skills, abilities, interests, values, needs, and work environment preferences is a part of the process of obtaining employability skills and abilities and is experiential learning that takes place over time.


HUMAN SERVICES ENROLLMENT IS BASED ON SPACE AVAILABILITY. Child Development [74901/2 CHILDDEV 13024700] Grades: 10-11

Credits: 1

CARDWELL

REMEMBER HAVING A RUNNY NOSE? You will learn the skills for being a stronger YOU by understanding the various challenges that a person faces as they grow up. The knowledge and skills from prenatal care through school-age children will identify the growth and developmental stages, including emotional, intellectual, physical, and social for each age group. You will learn healthy development skills including special needs and childhood illnesses, and will investigate careers related to the care and education of children. Parenting Education for School Age Parents I [74921/2 PAEDSAP1 N1302536] Grades: 9-12

Credits: 1

CARDWELL

This course is designed to address the special needs and interests of students who are parents or expectant parents. Special emphasis is placed on prenatal care and development, postnatal care, infant care, child development, and parenting skills. Other units of study address personal development, responsible parenthood and adult roles, family problems and crises, conflict resolution, family health issues, nutrition, safety, management, and employability skills. Students develop the knowledge and skills to the multiple roles of student, parent, family member, and provider. Parenting Education for School Age Parents II [74941/2 PAEDSAP2 N1302537] Grades: 9-12

Credits: 1

CARDWELL

Parenting Education II is designed to build on education and experiences from Parenting for School Age Parents I. This course provides more in-depth knowledge of parenting and child development including implications of expectations of children, child abuse, disabilities, and issues impacting young families such as employment, postsecondary education, transportation, child care, housing, and personal responsibility. Students develop the knowledge and skills to manage the multiple roles of being a student, parent, family member, and provider.

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CAREER PREPARATION ENROLLMENT IS BASED ON SPACE AVAILABILITY. •

STUDENTS MUST BE EMPLOYED ON THE FIRST DAY OF ENROLLMENT.

Requires classroom instruction PLUS paid employment for the entire year. Career Preparation I [76001/2 CAREERP1 12701300] Grades: 11-12

Credits: 3

CARDWELL

ARE YOU READY TO GO TO WORK? Well, you will definitely want to be in this course because it will provide you with the opportunity to participate in a learning experience that combines classroom instruction with paid business and industry employment experiences and supports strong partnerships among school, business, and community stakeholders. You will gain a variety of skills to meet the fast-changing workplace, including job specific skills applicable to your job, as well as interview techniques, communication skills, financial and budget activities, human relations, and portfolio development.

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SCHOOL OF AUTOMOTIVE TECHNOLOGIES BARBARA CARDWELL CAREER PREPARATORY CENTER IRVING HIGH SCHOOL MacARTHUR HIGH SCHOOL NIMITZ HIGH SCHOOL

 identifies a course as ADVANCED.

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AUTOMOTIVE TECHNOLOGY STUDENT / PARENT ORIENTATION REQUIRED.

ENROLLMENT IS BASED ON SPACE AVAILABILITY.

1  2 

Business Information Management I [77891/2 BUSIM1 13011400]

3 

 Automotive Technology II [75741/2 AUTOTEC2 13039700]

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Grades: 9-10

Credits: 1

I, M, N, BC

GET MICROSOFT OFFICE CERTIFIED! Students will learn Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Access and Power Point). Students will work towards acquiring the Microsoft Office Specialist Certification in each of the major programs. Students will also learn desktop publishing and will improve keyboarding skills. Automotive Technology I 75731/2 AUTOTEC1 13039600] Grades: 10-11

Credits: 2

I, M, N, BC

DO YOU WANT TO WORK ON CARS? In the everchanging world of automotive technology, the demand for technicians continues to grow. This course teaches the major automotive systems and the principles of diagnosing and servicing these systems, and includes applicable safety and environmental rules and regulations. In this course, students will gain knowledge and skills in the repair, maintenance, and diagnosis of vehicle systems. This study will allow students to reinforce, apply, and transfer academic knowledge and skills to a variety of interesting and relevant activities, problems, and settings. The focus of this course is to teach safety, tool identification, proper tool use, and employability. Transportation to and from the Ratteree will be provided.

Grades: 11-12

Credits: 2

I, M, N, BC

This course teaches advanced knowledge of the major automotive systems and the principles of diagnosing and servicing these systems, and includes applicable safety and environmental rules and regulations. The focus of this course is to teach safety, tool identification, proper tool use, and employability. Transportation to and from the Ratteree will be provided.


4

ď‚ľ Practicum in Transportation Systems / Extended [76731/2 EXPRTRS1 13040455] [Prerequisite: Automotive Technology II] Grades: 12

Credits: 3

I, M, N, BC

PARENT/STUDENT ORIENTATION IS REQUIRED. The practicum course is an opportunity to get hands-on experience in a professional environment. The Practicum is designed to give students supervised practical application of previously studied knowledge and skills. Practicum experiences can occur in a variety of locations appropriate to the nature and level of experience. This course serves as the capstone course for students completing the Automotive Technology pathway. This internship program may be paid, or unpaid. Students must be at least 17 years of age, able provide their own transportation to and from the worksite and have a valid driver’s license. Students are required to complete a work experience off-site. The nature of the job, location and hours will be determined jointly by the employer, student and teacher. The work site must be secured within 10 days of enrollment in the course.

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DIESEL TECHNOLOGY STUDENT / PARENT ORIENTATION REQUIRED.

ENROLLMENT IS BASED ON SPACE AVAILABILITY.

1  2 

Business Information Management I [77891/2 BUSIM1 13011400]

3 

 Diesel Equipment Technology II [76751/2 DIEQTEC2 13040160]

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Grades: 9-10

Credits: 1

I, M, N, BC

GET MICROSOFT OFFICE CERTIFIED! Students will learn Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Access and Power Point). Students will work towards acquiring the Microsoft Office Specialist Certification in each of the major programs. Students will also learn desktop publishing and will improve keyboarding skills. Diesel Equipment Technology I [76741/2 DIEQTEC1 13040150] Grades: 10-11

Credits: 2

I, M, N, BC

DO YOU WANT TO WORK ON LARGE ENGINES? Learn about repairing, maintaining and diagnosing larger equipment in busses and18-wheelers work as well as the increasingly popular automotive diesel engines in more popular and common vehicles. Diesel services include knowledge of the function of the major diesel systems and the principles of diagnosing and servicing these systems. This study allows students to reinforce, apply, and transfer academic knowledge and skills to a variety of interesting and relevant activities, problems, and settings. The focus on this course is to teach the theory of operation of diesel systems and associated repair practices in a preemployment laboratory. Students are required to attend an orientation along with their parents, prior to first day of enrollment in the course. Transportation to and from the Ratteree will be provided.

Grades: 11-12

Credits: 2

I, M, N, BC

The focus on this course is to teach the theory of operation of diesel systems and associated repair practices in a pre-employment lab. Students must be at least 17 years of age to participate in the internship and may be placed in a related work-site. Students must provide their own transportation to the internship. Transportation to and from the Ratteree will be provided. Students are required to attend an orientation, along with their parents, prior to first day of enrollment.


4

ď‚ľ Practicum in Transportation Systems / Extended [76731/2 EXPRTRS1 13040455] [Prerequisite: Diesel Equipment Technology II] Grades: 12

Credits: 3

I, M, N, BC

PARENT/STUDENT ORIENTATION IS REQUIRED. The practicum course is an opportunity to get hands-on experience in a professional environment. The Practicum is designed to give students supervised practical application of previously studied knowledge and skills. Practicum experiences can occur in a variety of locations appropriate to the nature and level of experience. This course serves as the capstone course for students completing the Automotive Technology pathway. This internship program may be paid, or unpaid. Students must be at least 17 years of age, able provide their own transportation to and from the worksite and have a valid driver’s license. Students are required to complete a work experience off-site. The nature of the job, location and hours will be determined jointly by the employer, student and teacher. The work site must be secured within 10 days of enrollment in the course.

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COLLISION REPAIR STUDENT / PARENT ORIENTATION REQUIRED.

ENROLLMENT IS BASED ON SPACE AVAILABILITY.

1  2 

Business Information Management I [77891/2 BUSIM1 13011400]

3 

 Paint and Refinishing [75761/2 PAINTREF 13039900]

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Grades: 9-10

Credits: 1

I, M, N, BC

GET MICROSOFT OFFICE CERTIFIED! Students will learn Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Access and Power Point). Students will work towards acquiring the Microsoft Office Specialist Certification in each of the major programs. Students will also learn desktop publishing and will improve keyboarding skills. Collision Repair [75751/2 COLLISR 13039800] Grades: 10-11

Credits: 2

I, M, N, BC

HANDS-ON WITH PAINTING AND REFINISHING CARS! Would you love to work in or own an automotive body shop? Students will learn safety in the collision Repair environment, use of tools and equipment specific to the industry, damage analysis, developing repair plans, metal repair, corrosion protection, refinish(painting) and color matching using the latest in industry materials and techniques. In addition, students will learn techniques for airbrush and custom design. Students are provided the opportunity to receive industry certifications. Transportation to and from the Ratteree is provided.

Grades: 11-12

Credits: 2

I, M, N, BC

BECOME AN EXPERT AT PAINTING AND REFINISHING CARS! Students will continue learning collision Repair and Refinish as well as Plastics repair and refinish, basics in structural damage analysis, estimating damage repair costs and MIG welding for collision repair.


4

ď‚ľ Practicum in Transportation Systems / Extended [76731/2 EXPRTRS1 13040455] [Prerequisite: Paint & Refinishing] Grades: 12

Credits: 3

I, M, N, BC

PARENT/STUDENT ORIENTATION IS REQUIRED. The practicum course is an opportunity to get hands-on experience in a professional environment. The Practicum is designed to give students supervised practical application of previously studied knowledge and skills. Practicum experiences can occur in a variety of locations appropriate to the nature and level of experience. This course serves as the capstone course for students completing the Automotive Technology pathway. This internship program may be paid, or unpaid. Students must be at least 17 years of age, able provide their own transportation to and from the worksite and have a valid driver’s license. Students are required to complete a work experience off-site. The nature of the job, location and hours will be determined jointly by the employer, student and teacher. The work site must be secured within 10 days of enrollment in the course.

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SCHOOL OF COSMETOLOGY BARBARA CARDWELL CAREER PREPARATORY CENTER IRVING HIGH SCHOOL MacARTHUR HIGH SCHOOL NIMITZ HIGH SCHOOL

 identifies a course as ADVANCED.

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COSMETOLOGY STUDENT / PARENT ORIENTATION REQUIRED.

ENROLLMENT IS BASED ON SPACE AVAILABILITY.

1 

Principles of Business, Marketing, and Finance [74361/2 PRINBMF 13011200]

2  3 

Business Information Management I [74371/2 BUSIM1 13011400]

4

Grades: 9

Credits: 1

I, M, N, BC

HOW TO BUILD, PROMOTE, SELL AND MAKE MONEY! Principles of Business, Marketing, and Finance allows students to gain knowledge and skills in economies and private enterprise systems, the impact of global business, the marketing of goods and services, advertising, and product pricing. Students analyze the sales process and financial management principles in order to know what and how to sell. This course allows students to reinforce, apply, and transfer academic knowledge and skills to a variety of interesting and relevant activities, problems, and settings in business, marketing, and finance.

Grades: 10

Credits: 1

I, M, N, BC

GET MICROSOFT OFFICE CERTIFIED! Students will learn Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Access and Power Point). Students will work towards acquiring the Microsoft Office Specialist Certification in each of the major programs. Students will also learn desktop publishing and will improve keyboarding skills. Cosmetology I / LAB (TWO YEAR Program) [78821/2 COSMLAB1 13025210] Grades: 11

Credits: 3 Total

I, M, N, BC

ARE YOU READY TO BEAUTIFY THE WORLD? Well, this program needs YOU! You will be provided with the basic specific classroom training needed to achieve your Texas Cosmetology License. You will work on real clients for hands on training. This is year 1 of a 2-year program. You MUST complete all requirements for year 1 in order to continue to year 2. Permits are purchased prior to the 10th day of instruction, so you need to ready to start on the first day of school. Students, along with their parents, must attend an orientation prior to enrollment in the course.  Cosmetology II / LAB [78831/2 COSMLAB2 13025310] Grades: 12

Credits: 3 Total

I, M, N, BC

LET’S GET LICENSED! At the end of your senior year, after completing the required 1,000 total lab hours and the required 500 classroom hours and meeting all of the state requirements, you will take the Cosmetologist Exam from the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulations. You will continue to be able to work on real clients as a part of your hands-on training while learning the skills necessary to be licensed. Students must attend an orientation, along with their parent, to discuss program requirements. Students must complete all requirements for licensing in order to sit for the exam; attendance is vital to success in the program; Students will automatically be enrolled in Cosmetology II upon successful completion of Cosmetology I.

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IRVING HIGH SCHOOL

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SCHOOL OF AVIATION SCIENCE IRVING HIGH SCHOOL

 identifies a course as ADVANCED.

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AVIATION TECHNOLOGY STUDENT / PARENT ORIENTATION REQUIRED.

ENROLLMENT IS BASED ON SPACE AVAILABILITY.

1 

Principles of Aviation [76761/2 PRINAVI 13039250]

2 

Introduction to Aircraft Technology [76771/2 INAIRTEC 13039350]

3 

 Air Tech I [77751/2 AIRTECHI 13039400] [Prerequisite: Introduction to Aircraft Technology]

4

Grades: 9

Credits: 1

IRVING

DO YOU LOVE AIRPLANES? In this course, students gain knowledge and skills in the safe application, design, production, and assessment of products, services, and systems within the field of Aviation. This knowledge includes the history, law and regulations, and common practices used in the Aviation industry. Students will be introduced to multiple careers, including Pilot, Airport Manager, Aviation and Drone Engineer, and Maintenance Technician. Students will apply their knowledge and skills through a variety of activities and projects.

Grades: 10

Credits: 1

IRVING

HOW DO AIRPLANES WORK? This course provides an overview of the aviation field of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics and their interrelationships. Students will use a variety of computer hardware and software applications, including simulators, to complete assignments and projects. Upon completing this course, students will have an understanding of the aviation fields and will have worked on a design team to develop a product or system.

Grades: 11

Credits: 2

IRVING

This course fulfills the Aviation General Science I and II requirements for The AMT General certification. Students are introduced to Aviation math, power plant operations and aircraft design. Hydraulics, air pressure and aircraft weight and balance are presented plus an explanation of zoning and measurement. Tools, hardware, and materials used for maintenance and repair of aircraft is introduced. A study of various types of corrosion causes and corrective measures used to control corrosion in aircraft is completed.  Air Tech II [76781/2 AIRTECHII 13040450] [Prerequisite: Air Tech I] Grades: 12

Credits: 2

IRVING

This course fulfills the Aviation General Science III and IV requirements for The AMT General certification. Hydraulics systems are explored in-depth, including installation, inspection, and maintenance. Various engine types used in aircraft are introduced. Electrical theory and operations is introduced; students learn to calculate voltage, current, and resistance as well as basic electronics theory and solid-state devices.

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AVIATION STUDENT / PARENT ORIENTATION REQUIRED.

ENROLLMENT IS BASED ON SPACE AVAILABILITY.

1 

Principles of Aviation [76761/2 PRINAVI 13039250]

2 

Introduction to Aircraft Technology [76771/2 INAIRTEC 13039350]

3 

 Flight I [75281/2 AIRPPTEC 13039500] [Prerequisite: Introduction to Aircraft Technology]

4

Grades: 9

Credits: 1

IRVING

In this course, students gain knowledge and skills in the safe application, design, production, and assessment of products, services, and systems within the field of Aviation. This knowledge includes the history, law and regulations, and common practices used in the Aviation industry. Students will be introduced to multiple careers, including Pilot, Airport Manager, Aerospace Engineer, and Maintenance Technician. Students will apply their knowledge and skills through a variety of activities and projects.

Grades: 10

Credits: 1

IRVING

This course provides an overview of the aviation field of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics and their interrelationships. Students will use a variety of computer hardware and software applications, including simulators, to complete assignments and projects. Upon completing this course, students will understand the aviation fields and will have worked on a design team to develop a product or system.

Grades: 11

Credits: 2

IRVING

This is the 3rd course in the sequence for students interested in aviation (pilot), and is designed to apply the theory of operation, repair, and maintenance of aircraft airframe, power plant, and avionics systems to flight. Aircraft services include knowledge of the function, diagnosis, and service of the electrical, electronic, hydraulic, pneumatic, airframe, mechanical, and power plant components of aircraft as governed by federal aviation regulations.  Flight II [76871/2 FLIGHTII 13040450] [Prerequisite: Flight I] Grades: 12

Credits: 2

IRVING

This capstone course is designed for students enrolled in the Aviation Technology track, who want to focus on a career as a pilot, or flight engineer. Flight II is designed to give students supervised practical application of previously studied knowledge and skills in the Aviation program of study. This course includes hands-on experience with virtual flight simulations and air traffic patterns.

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DRONE ENGINEERING STUDENT / PARENT ORIENTATION REQUIRED.

ENROLLMENT IS BASED ON SPACE AVAILABILITY.

1 

Principles of Aviation [76761/2 PRINAVI 13039250]

2 

Principles of Drone Engineering [76881/2 PRAPPENG 13036200] [Prerequisite: Introduction to Aircraft Technology]

3 

 Drone Design and Presentation I [78801/2 ENGDSPR1 13036500]

4

Grades: 9

Credits: 1

IRVING

In this course, students gain knowledge and skills in the safe application, design, production, and assessment of products, services, and systems within the field of Aviation. This knowledge includes the history, law and regulations, and common practices used in the Aviation industry. Students will be introduced to multiple careers, including Pilot, Airport Manager, Aerospace Engineer, and Maintenance Technician. Students will apply their knowledge and skills through a variety of activities and projects.

Grades: 10

Credits: 1

IRVING

This course provides an overview of the aviation field of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics and their interrelationships in conjunction with engineering principles to design, create and build aerospace/drone systems. Students will use a variety of computer hardware and software applications to design their concepts, then create their projects in a fully equipped workshop to complete assignments and projects. Upon completing this course, students will understand engineering design and aerospace concepts.

Grades: 11

Credits: 2

IRVING

Students enrolled in this course will demonstrate knowledge and skills of the design process as it applies to engineering fields using multiple software applications and tools necessary to produce and present working drawings, solid model renderings, and prototypes. Students will use a variety of computer hardware and software applications to complete assignments and projects. Through implementation of the design process, students will transfer advanced academic skills to component designs.  Drone Design and Presentation II [75631/2 ENGSPR2 13036600] [Prerequisite: Drone Design and Presentation I] Grades: 12

Credits: 2

IRVING

This advanced course provides hands on practice in the aviation field of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics and their interrelationships in conjunction with engineering principles to design, create and build aerospace/drone systems. Students will use a variety of computer hardware and software applications Including and AutoCAD, and more to design their concepts, then create their projects in a fully equipped workshop to bring their designs to flight. Upon completing this course, students will have an in depth understanding of engineering design, aerospace concepts, and drone technology and will have worked on a multiple designs products and system.

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SCHOOL OF BIOMEDICAL SCIENCES IRVING HIGH SCHOOL

 identifies a course as ADVANCED.

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BIOMEDICAL SCIENCE STUDENT / PARENT ORIENTATION REQUIRED.

ENROLLMENT IS BASED ON SPACE AVAILABILITY.

1 

Principles of Biomedical Science (PLTW) [76841/2 PRBIOSCI N1302092]

2 

Biotechnology I [76901/2 BIOTECH1 13036400] [Prerequisites: Biology & Chemistry and Principles of Biomedical Science]

3 

 Biotechnology II [76911/2 BIOTECH2 13036450] [Prerequisites: Biotechnology I & Chemistry]

4

Grades: 9

Credits: 1

IRVING

Students investigate the human body systems and various health conditions including heart disease, diabetes, sickle-cell disease, hypercholesterolemia and infectious diseases. They determine the factors that led to the death of a fictional person, and investigate lifestyle choices and medical treatments that might have prolonged the person’s life. The activities and projects introduce students to human physiology, medicine, research processes and bioinformatics.

Grades: 10

Credits: 1

IRVING

An introduction to biotechnology including career exploration, history and applications of DNA/RNA technology molecular biology, bioethics, and laboratory safe practices. The course is supplemented with laboratory exercises and demonstrations that illustrate the basic techniques of biotechnology including laboratory topics and finally the course concludes with a consideration of bioethical issues relating to this powerful new technology.

Grades: 11

Credits: 1

Anat and Physiology (BIOL 2401/2402) [IISD Anatomy and Physiology] [35381/2 ANATPHYS 13037210] – DUAL credit IRVING

Let’s focus on an integrative approach to the study of biomolecules with an emphasis on protein structures, functions and uses in a regulated biotechnology laboratory. Students will investigate the mechanisms involved in the transfer of information coded in DNA sequences to proteins to biochemical functions. The course will integrate biological and chemical concepts with laboratory techniques that are used in research and industry.

(AND)

 World Health Research [74651/2 WORLDHR 13020900] [Prerequisites: Biology AND Chemistry] Grades: 12

Credits:

1

Credits:

1

IRVING

This course is a study of the structure and function of the human body including cells, tissues and organs of the following systems: integumentary, skeletal, muscular, nervous and special senses. The lab provides a hands-on learning experience for exploration of human system components and basic physiology. Emphasis is on interrelationships among systems and regulation of physiological functions involved in maintaining homeostasis. Biology for Science Majors (BIOL 1406/1407) [IISD Scientific Research and Design I] [36161/2 SCIRD DC 13037200] – DUAL credit

IRVING

LET’S END GLOBAL EPIDEMICS! You will have the opportunity to examine major world health problems and emerging technologies as solutions to these medical concerns. With an overview of the wellness theory and its application throughout your life, you will develop an understanding of the cultural, infrastructural, political, educational, and technological constraints that will inspire in your ideas for solutions to global medical care issues. You will focus on attitude development, impact of cultural beliefs, and communication of wellness.

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Grades: 11-12

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Grades: 11-12

Credits: 1

IRVING


MACARTHUR HIGH SCHOOL

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SCHOOL OF ARCHITECTURE, CONSTRUCTION & CIVIL ENGINEERING MacARTHUR HIGH SCHOOL

 identifies a course as ADVANCED. 59


ARCHITECTURE INTERIOR DESIGN STUDENT / PARENT ORIENTATION REQUIRED.

ENROLLMENT IS BASED ON SPACE AVAILABILITY.

1 

Geometry in Construction [B76850 PRINCON 13004220] [B76850 GEOM 03100700] [Prerequisite: Algebra I] (OPEN TO ALL ACE STUDENTS)

2  3 

Principles of Architecture [76921/2 PRINARCH 13004210]

Grades: 9-10

Credits: 2

OR MacARTHUR

BEGIN BUILDING YOUR FOUNDATION IN CONSTRUCTION! This exciting class is a new way to earn a Geometry credit in a “hands on,” lab-based class while learning the skills and opportunities that exist in the building and construction industry. Students will apply the lessons covered in the Geometry classroom to “real world” situations in the Construction Technology jobsite. A yearlong project will be completed as a capstone activity. The course provides a strong knowledge of construction safety, construction mathematics, and common hand and power tools. This course also provides communication and occupation skills to assist the student in obtaining and maintaining employment.

Grades: 9-10

Credits: 1

MacARTHUR

DESIGN BRIDGES, SKYSCRAPERS, ROADS! New businesses are growing all over the area. Come learn how people plan and design these major projects. This course provides students with an overview to the various fields of architecture, interior design, and construction management.  Architectural Design I [74151/2 ARCHDSN1 13004600] Grades: 10-11

Credits: 1

MacARTHUR

COME DESIGN AND BUILD MODELS OF MAJOR PROJECTS! Architecture Design I helps give students the knowledge and skills needed to enter a career in architecture or construction or prepare a foundation toward a postsecondary degree in architecture, construction science, drafting, interior design, or landscape architecture. Architectural Design I includes the knowledge of the design, design history, techniques, and tools related to the production of drawings, renderings, and scaled models for nonresidential or residential architectural purposes.

OR

Principles of Architecture [76921/2 PRINARCH 13004210] Grades: 9-10

MacARTHUR

DESIGN BRIDGES, SKYSCRAPERS, ROADS! New businesses are growing all over the area. Come learn how people plan and design these major projects. This course provides students with an overview to the various fields of architecture, interior design, and construction management.

Geometry in Construction [B76850 PRINCON 13004220] [B76850 GEOM 03100700] [Prerequisite: Algebra I] (OPEN TO ALL ACE STUDENTS) Grades: 9-10

OR

Credits: 1

Credits: 2

MacARTHUR

 Interior Design I [75951/2 INTERDS1 13004300] Grades: 10-11

Credits: 1

MacARTHUR

COME LEARN HOW TO CHANGE THE ROOM! This course is a technical course that addresses psychological, physiological, and sociological needs of individuals by enhancing the environments in which they live and work. Students will use knowledge and skills related to interior and exterior environments, construction, and furnishings to 50 make wise consumer decisions, increase productivity, promote sustainability, and compete in industry.

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4

ď‚ľ Architectural Design II [74161/2 ARCHDSN2 13004700] [Prerequisite: Architectural Design I] Grades: 11-12

Credits: 2

MacARTHUR

CONTINUE TO PREPARE YOURSELF FOR A CAREER IN ARCHITECTURE! In this course, students will gain advanced knowledge and skills needed to enter a career in architecture or construction or prepare a foundation toward a postsecondary degree in architecture, construction science, drafting, interior design, or landscape architecture. Architectural Design II includes the advanced knowledge of the design, design history, techniques, and tools related to the production of drawings, renderings, and scaled models for nonresidential or residential architectural purposes.

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ď‚ľ Interior Design II [79371/2 INTERDS2 13004400] [Prerequisites: Interior Design I, English II, Geometry] Grades: 11-12

Credits: 2

MacARTHUR

PREPARE FOR THE WORKFORCE IN INTERIOR DESIGNING! This course is a technical laboratory course that includes the application of the employability characteristics, principles, processes, technologies, communication, tools, equipment, and materials related to interior design to meet industry standards.


CONSTRUCTION TECHNOLOGY STUDENT / PARENT ORIENTATION REQUIRED.

ENROLLMENT IS BASED ON SPACE AVAILABILITY.

1 

Geometry in Construction [B76850 PRINCON 13004220] [B76850 GEOM 03100700] [Prerequisite: Algebra I] (OPEN TO ALL ACE STUDENTS)

2 

Construction Technology I [74181/2 CONTECH1 13005100] – DUAL credit

3 

 Construction Technology II [74191/2 CONTECH2 13005200] – DUAL credit [Prerequisite: Construction Technology I]

4

Grades: 9-10

Credits: 2

OR MacARTHUR

BEGIN BUILDING YOUR FOUNDATION IN CONSTRUCTION! This exciting class is a new way to earn a Geometry credit in a “hands on,” lab-based class while learning the skills and opportunities that exist in the building and construction industry. Students will apply the lessons covered in the Geometry classroom to “real world” situations in the Construction Technology jobsite. A yearlong project will be completed as a capstone activity. The course provides a strong knowledge of construction safety, construction mathematics, and common hand and power tools. This course also provides communication and occupation skills to assist the student in obtaining and maintaining employment.

Grades: 10-11

Credits: 2

MacARTHUR

COME BUILD WITH US! In this course, students will gain knowledge and skills needed to enter the workforce as carpenters or building maintenance supervisors or to prepare for a postsecondary degree in construction management, architecture, or engineering. Students will acquire knowledge and skills in safety, tool usage, building materials, codes, and framing.

Grades: 11

Credits: 2

OR

Construction Technology I [74181/2 CONTECH1 13005100] – DUAL credit Grades: 10-11

Credits: 2

MacARTHUR

COME BUILD WITH US! In this course, students will gain knowledge and skills needed to enter the workforce as carpenters or building maintenance supervisors or to prepare for a postsecondary degree in construction management, architecture, or engineering. Students will acquire knowledge and skills in safety, tool usage, building materials, codes, and framing.

Geometry in Construction [B76850 PRINCON 13004220] [B76850 GEOM 03100700] [Prerequisite: Algebra I] (OPEN TO ALL ACE STUDENTS) Grades: 9-10

Credits: 2

MacARTHUR

BEGIN BUILDING YOUR FOUNDATION IN CONSTRUCTION! This exciting class is a new way to earn a Geometry credit in a “hands on,” lab-based class while learning the skills and opportunities that exist in the building and construction industry. Students will apply the lessons covered in the Geometry classroom to “real world” situations in the Construction Technology jobsite. A yearlong project will be completed as a capstone activity. The course provides a strong knowledge of construction safety, construction mathematics, and common hand and power tools. This course also provides communication and occupation skills to assist the student in obtaining and maintaining employment.

MacARTHUR

CONTINUE BUILDING YOUR SKILLS IN CONSTRUCTION! In this course, students will gain advanced knowledge and skills needed to enter the workforce as carpenters, building maintenance technicians, or supervisors or to prepare for a postsecondary degree in construction management, architecture, or engineering. Students will build on the knowledge base from Construction Technology I and are introduced to exterior and interior finish out skills.  Practicum in Construction Technology [76941/2 PRACCT1 13005250] – DUAL credit [Prerequisite: Construction Technology II] Grades: 12

Credits: 2

MacARTHUR

OR

Introduction to Welding [79491/2 INTRWELD 13032250] [Prerequisite: Construction Technology I] Grades: 11-12

Credits: 1

MacARTHUR

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PREPARE YOURSELF FOR THE WORK FORCE AND GET CERTIFIED IN CONSTRUCTION! Students will gain advanced knowledge and skills related to various careers in construction trades. Advanced students will be expected to demonstrate good safety practices, craftsmanship, and leadership abilities to the first year students. Advanced students will be expected to participate at a high level in hands-on lab activities related to the construction trades. Students may have the option to learn masonry skills, electrical skills or continue with carpentry. Students will have the opportunity to acquire nationally recognized certifications through NCCER. This course is taught at the North Lake West campus and transportation is provided. This course serves as the capstone course for students completing the Construction pathway. Students must be 18 years of age to be employed in these industries, however, certifications may be earned prior to paid employment.

LEARN ABOUT A HIGH-DEMAND FIELD IN WELDING! This course is an introduction to welding technology with an emphasis on basic welding laboratory principles and operating procedures. Students will be introduced to the three basic welding processes. Topics include: industrial safety and health practices, hand tool and power machine use, measurement, laboratory operating procedures, welding power sources, welding career potentials, and introduction to welding codes and standards.

Welding I [78651/2 WELD1 13032100] [Prerequisite: Introduction to Welding] Grades: 12

Credits: 2

Limited by Space Availability.

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MacARTHUR


CIVIL ENGINEERING STUDENT / PARENT ORIENTATION REQUIRED.

ENROLLMENT IS BASED ON SPACE AVAILABILITY.

1 

Geometry in Construction [B76850 PRINCON 13004220] [B76850 GEOM 03100700] [Prerequisite: Algebra I] (OPEN TO ALL ACE STUDENTS)

2 

Introduction to Engineering Design (PLTW) [78361/2 IED N1303742] [Prerequisite: Algebra I]

Grades: 9-10

Credits: 2

OR

Credits: 1

MacARTHUR

COME FIND WHAT IT TAKES TO BE AN ENGINEER! In this course, students will demonstrate knowledge and skills of the design process as it applies to engineering fields using multiple software applications and tools necessary to produce and present working drawings, solid model renderings, and prototypes. Students will use a variety of computer hardware and software applications to complete assignments and projects. Through implementation of the design process, students will transfer advanced academic skills to component designs. Additionally, students explore career opportunities in engineering, technology, and drafting and what is required to gain and maintain employment in these areas.

Grades: 9-10

Credits: 1

MacARTHUR

COME FIND WHAT IT TAKES TO BE AN ENGINEER! In this course, students will demonstrate knowledge and skills of the design process as it applies to engineering fields using multiple software applications and tools necessary to produce and present working drawings, solid model renderings, and prototypes. Students will use a variety of computer hardware and software applications to complete assignments and projects. Through implementation of the design process, students will transfer advanced academic skills to component designs. Additionally, students explore career opportunities in engineering, technology, and drafting and what is required to gain and maintain employment in these areas.

MacARTHUR

BEGIN BUILDING YOUR FOUNDATION IN CONSTRUCTION! This exciting class is a new way to earn a Geometry credit in a “hands on,” lab-based class while learning the skills and opportunities that exist in the building and construction industry. Students will apply the lessons covered in the Geometry classroom to “real world” situations in the Construction Technology jobsite. A yearlong project will be completed as a capstone activity. The course provides a strong knowledge of construction safety, construction mathematics, and common hand and power tools. This course also provides communication and occupation skills to assist the student in obtaining and maintaining employment.

Grades: 9-10

Introduction to Engineering Design (PLTW) [78361/2 IED N1303742] [Prerequisite: Algebra I]

OR

Geometry in Construction [B76850 PRINCON 13004220] [B76850 GEOM 03100700] [Prerequisite: Algebra I] (OPEN TO ALL ACE STUDENTS) Grades: 9-10

Credits: 2

MacARTHUR

BEGIN BUILDING YOUR FOUNDATION IN CONSTRUCTION! This exciting class is a new way to earn a Geometry credit in a “hands on,” lab-based class while learning the skills and opportunities that exist in the building and construction industry. Students will apply the lessons covered in the Geometry classroom to “real world” situations in the Construction Technology jobsite. A yearlong project will be completed as a capstone activity. The course provides a strong knowledge of construction safety, construction mathematics, and common hand and power tools. This course also provides communication and occupation skills to assist the student in obtaining and maintaining employment.

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3 

4

 Engineering Design and Development (PLTW) [76961/2 EDD N1303749] [Prerequisites: Algebra I and Introduction to Engineering Design] Grades: 10-11

Credits: 1

MacARTHUR

PROBLEMS – SOLUTIONS – DESIGN: Engineering Design and Development is a course in the Project Lead The Way high school engineering program. Students will focus on problems by designing and developing an original solution to a well-defined and justified open-ended problem by applying an engineering design process. Students will work as part of a team performing research to select, define, and justify a problem. After carefully defining the design requirements and creating multiple solution approaches, teams of students select an approach, create, and test their solution prototype. Student teams will present and defend their original solution to an outside panel. While progressing through the engineering design process, students will work closely with experts and will continually hone their organizational, communication and interpersonal skills, their creative and problem-solving abilities, and their understanding of the design process. Students will work on certifications in the areas of safety, Autodesk Inventor, and AutoCAD.  Practicum in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics [75661/2 PRCSTEM1 13037400] [Prerequisite: Engineering Design and Development] Grade: 12

Credits: 2

MacArthur

The practicum course is a paid or unpaid capstone experience for students participating in a coherent sequence of career and technical education courses in the STEM Career Cluster. The practicum is designed to give students supervised practical application of previously studied knowledge and skills. Practicum experiences can occur in a variety of locations appropriate to the nature and level of experience. Students are required to provide their own transportation for individual employment assignments off-campus.

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OR

 Civil Engineering and Architecture (PLTW) [76971/2 CEA N1303747] [Prerequisite: Introduction to Engineering Design] Grades: 10-12

Credits: 1

MacARTHUR

COME LEARN REAL-WORLD PROJECTS IN ENGINEERING! This course provides students with the opportunity to demonstrate knowledge and skills of the design process as it applies to engineering fields using multiple software applications and tools necessary to produce and present working drawings, solid model renderings, 34 and prototypes. Students will use a variety of computer hardware and software applications to complete assignments and projects. Through implementation of the design process, students will transfer advanced academic skills to component designs. Emphasis will be placed on using skills from ideation through prototyping.

Engineering Mathematics [26121/2 ENGMATH 13036700] [Prerequisite: Algebra II] Grades: 11-12

Credits:

1

MacArthur

This is a course where students solve and model design problems. Students will use a variety of mathematical methods and models to represent and analyze problems that represent a range of real-world engineering applications such as robotics, data acquisition, spatial applications, electrical measurement, manufacturing processes, materials engineering, mechanical drives, pneumatics, process control systems, quality control, and computer programming.


SCHOOL OF BUSINESS AND ENTREPRENEURSHIP MacARTHUR HIGH SCHOOL

 identifies a course as ADVANCED.

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BUSINESS MANAGEMENT STUDENT / PARENT ORIENTATION REQUIRED.

PATHWAY: Hospital Administration

1  2  3  4

Business Information Management I [77121/2 BUSIM1SOBE 13011400] Grades: 9

Credits: 1

MacARTHUR

GET MICROSOFT OFFICE CERTIFIED! Students will learn Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Access and Power Point). Students will work towards acquiring the Microsoft Office Specialist Certification in each of the major programs. Students will also learn desktop publishing and will improve keyboarding skills. Insurance Operations (Medical) [77171/2 INSOPS 13016500] Grades: 10-11

Credits: 1

MacARTHUR

In this course, students will understand the laws and regulations in order to manage business operations and transactions related to the health care industry. This course will help prepare students with sufficient knowledge to work in a medical setting.  Health Informatics [77151/2 HLTHINF 13020960] Grades: 11

Credits: 1

MacARTHUR

This course is designed to provide knowledge of one of the fastest growing areas in both academic and professional fields. The large gap between state of the art computer technologies and the state of affairs in health care information technology has generated demand for information and health professionals who can effectively design, develop, and use technologies such as electronic medical records, patient monitoring systems, and digital libraries, while managing the vast amount of data generated by these systems.  Practicum in Business Management (Medical) [77181/2 PRACBMMED 13012200] Grades: 12

Credits: 2

MacARTHUR

PUT YOUR BUSINESS KNOWLEDGE INTO ACTION! In the Practicum in Business Management, students will be given supervised practical application of previously studied knowledge and skills. This course serves as one of the capstone courses for students completing the Business Management pathway. Students will be required to complete a paid, or unpaid work experience in the healthcare industry. The type of work and hours assigned will be determined by the instructor. Students will be required to provide their own transportation to and from work.

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 Business Management [78541/2 BUSMGT 13012100] – DUAL credit [78481/2 BUSMGT 13012100] – Non-dual

+ (AND)

OR

Grades: 11-12

Credits: 1

MacARTHUR

PREPARE TO LEAD! There are many different levels of management in business industries. This course is designed to familiarize students with the concepts related to business management as well as the functions of management, including planning, organizing, staffing, leading, and controlling. Students will also demonstrate interpersonal and project-management skills.  Business Information Management II / LAB [77191/2 EXPPRBM 13011510] [Prerequisite: Business Information Management I] Grades: 12

Credits: 2

MacARTHUR

In Business Information Management II, students implement personal and interpersonal skills to strengthen individual performance in the workplace and in society and make a successful transition to the workforce or postsecondary education.


BUSINESS MANAGEMENT STUDENT / PARENT ORIENTATION REQUIRED.

PATHWAY: Administrative Management

1 

Business Information Management I [77121/2 BUSIM1SOBE 13011400]

2  3 

Business Information Management II [74381/2 BUSIM2SOBE 13011500] [Prerequisite: Business Information Management I]

4

Grades: 9

Credits: 1

MacARTHUR

Take the first step in Administrative Management while getting MICROSOFT OFFICE CERTIFIED! Students will learn Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Access and Power Point) while working towards acquiring the Microsoft Office Specialist Certification in each of the major programs. Students will also learn desktop publishing and will improve keyboarding skills.

Grades: 10

Credits: 1

MacARTHUR

Continue your path while earning ADVANCED MICROSOFT CERTIFICATIONS! In this course, students will continue to earn Microsoft Office Specialist Certifications. Students will use their knowledge to implement real-world business scenarios and solutions.  Business Management [78541/2 BUSMGT 13012100] – DUAL credit [78481/2 BUSMGT 13012100] – Non-dual Grades: 11

Credits: 1

MacARTHUR

PREPARE TO LEAD! In this course, students will have the option of receiving dual credit while learning leadership skills. In order to prepare as a future leader, students will develop a foundation in the economic, financial, technological, international, social and ethical aspects of business to become competent managers, employees, and entrepreneurs. Students will incorporate a broad range of knowledge that includes legal, managerial, marketing, financial, ethical and international dimensions of business to make appropriate management decisions.  Practicum in Business Management [78491/2 PRACBM 13012200] [Prerequisite: Business Management] Grades: 12

Credits: 2

MacARTHUR

PUT YOUR BUSINESS KNOWLEDGE INTO ACTION! In the Practicum in Business Management, students will be given supervised practical application of previously studied knowledge and skills. This course serves as one of the capstone courses for students completing the Business Management pathway. Students will be required to complete work experience to receive credit. The type of work and hours assigned will be determined by the instructor. Students must secure a work experience within 10 days of enrollment in the fall. Students who do not secure a work site will be transferred to Advanced Marketing. Students will be required to provide their own transportation to and from work.

OR

 Advanced Marketing [75561/2 ADVMKTG 13034700] Grades: 12

Credits: 2

MacARTHUR

PUT YOUR MARKETING KNOWLEDGE INTO PRACTICE! In this course, students will gain knowledge and skills that help them become proficient in one or more of the marketing functional areas. Students will illustrate appropriate management and research skills to solve problems related to marketing. This course covers technology, communication, and customer-service skills, and includes the development of a business plan.

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SALES MANAGEMENT STUDENT / PARENT ORIENTATION REQUIRED.

PATHWAY: Retail Sales

1 

Business Information Management I [77121/2 BUSIM1SOBE 13011400]

2 

Social Media Marketing [76634 SMEDMKTG 13034650]

3 

 Practicum in Marketing [75571/2 PRACMKT1 13034800]

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Grades: 9

Credits: 1

MacARTHUR

Take the first step in Administrative Management while getting MICROSOFT OFFICE CERTIFIED! Students will learn Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Access and Power Point) while working towards acquiring the Microsoft Office Specialist Certification in each of the major programs. Students will also learn desktop publishing and will improve keyboarding skills.

Grades: 10

Credits: 0.5

Fashion Marketing [75534 FASHMKTG 13034300] MacARTHUR

FOLLOW US AND MARKET THROUGH SOCIAL MEDIA! This course is designed to look at the rise of social media and how marketers are integrating social media tools in their overall marketing strategy. The course will investigate how the marketing community measures success in the new world of social media. Students will manage a successful social media presence for an organization, understand techniques for gaining customer and consumer buy-in to achieve marketing goals, and properly select social media platforms to engage consumers and monitor and measure the results of these efforts.

Grades: 11

Credits: 2

MacARTHUR

PARENT/STUDENT ORIENTATION IS REQUIRED. Students enrolled in this program are required to complete a work experience to receive credit for the course. Students must provide their own transportation to and from the workplace. Unpaid positions must be approved, however, students may apply to work in the school store and receive work credit. Students who work in the school store will be assigned a work period and may also be assigned to work before and after school. The work site, school store or outside employment, must be secured within 10 days of enrollment or students will be transferred to Business Management. Employment in the Hospitality industry will require that the student enroll in the Hospitality Practicum.

Grades: 10

+ (AND)

OR

Credits: 0.5

MacARTHUR

DO YOU LOVE FASHION?! This course is designed to provide students with knowledge of the various business functions in the fashion industry. Students in Fashion Marketing will gain a working knowledge of promotion, textiles, merchandising, mathematics, selling, visual merchandising, and career opportunities.

 Business Management [78541/2 BUSMGT 13012100] – DUAL credit [78481/2 BUSMGT 13012100] – Non-dual Grades: 11

Credits: 1

MacARTHUR

PREPARE TO LEAD! In this course, students will have the option of receiving dual credit while learning leadership skills. In order to prepare as a future leader, students will develop a foundation in the economic, financial, technological, international, social and ethical aspects of business to become competent managers, employees, and entrepreneurs. Students will incorporate a broad range of knowledge that includes legal, managerial, marketing, financial, ethical and international dimensions of business to make appropriate management decisions.


4

ď‚ľ Advanced Marketing [75561/2 ADVMKTG 13034700] Grades: 12

Credits: 2

MacARTHUR

PUT YOUR MARKETING KNOWLEDGE INTO PRACTICE! In this course, students will gain knowledge and skills that help them become proficient in one or more of the marketing functional areas. Students will illustrate appropriate management and research skills to solve problems related to marketing. This course covers technology, communication, and customer-service skills, and includes the development of a business plan.

OR

ď‚ľ Practicum in Marketing II [76641/2 PRACMKT2 13034810] [Prerequisites: Practicum in Marketing OR Business Management] Grades: 12

Credits: 2

MacARTHUR

This practicum is available to students who have completed the Retail Sales pathway. Paid employment is required and must span the entire year. Employment must be secured within 10 days of enrollment and all paperwork must be signed and submitted within 10 days of enrollment. Students who are not able to secure paid employment will be transferred to the Advanced Marketing course. Students must provide their own transportation to the worksite.

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ENTREPRENEURSHIP STUDENT / PARENT ORIENTATION REQUIRED.

1 

Virtual Business [74434 VIRTBUS 13012000]

2 

Introduction to Entrepreneurship [77241/2 PROBS1 12701500]

3 

 Business Incubator I [77251/2 ENTREP 13034400]

4

Grades: 9

Credits: 0.5

Global Business [74404 GLOBBUS 13011800] MacARTHUR

BUILD YOUR OWN WEB SITE! Students will build a functional website that incorporates the essentials of a virtual business. This course provides information related to finding customers, developing client contracts as well as providing students with administrative, creative, and technical services, using advanced technological modes of communication and data delivery.

Grades: 10

Credits: 1

+ (AND)

Credits: 0.5

MacARTHUR

ARE YOU INTERESTED IN TRAVELING THE WORLD ON BUSINESS? Familiar yourself with business practices worldwide. This course is designed for students to analyze global trade theories, international monetary systems, trade policies, politics, and laws relating to global business as well as cultural issues, logistics, and international human resource management.

MacARTHUR

IDENTIFY A SOLUTION TO A REAL-WORLD PROBLEM FOR A POTENTIAL BUSINESS. This course encourages students to research a real-world problem. Students are matched with a mentor from the business or professional community to develop an original project on a topic related to career interests. Students use scientific methods of investigation to conduct in-depth research, compile findings, and present their findings to an audience that includes experts in the field. To attain academic success, students must have opportunities to learn, reinforce, apply, and transfer their knowledge and skills in a variety of settings.

Grades: 11

Credits: 1

MacARTHUR

PREPARE TO TURN YOUR IDEA INTO A BUSINESS OPPORTUNITY. In this course, students will gain the knowledge and skills needed to become an entrepreneur. In addition, students will understand the capital required, the return on investment desired, and the potential for profit. All students will be required to complete a business plan for their product or service and participate in local competitive events.  Business Incubator II [77261/2 PRACMKT1 13034800] – Double Block [Prerequisite: Business Incubator I] Grades: 12

Credits: 2

MacARTHUR

TAKE YOUR BUSINESS PRODUCT FROM AN IDEA TO REALITY. This course provides students with the opportunity to demonstrate knowledge and skills of the design process as it applies to engineering fields using multiple software applications and tools necessary to produce and present working drawings, solid model renderings, 34 and prototypes. Emphasis will be placed on using skills from ideation through prototyping. Students will be required to revise and complete their business plans and present to a panel of experts as a capstone experience. Students may be assigned to a mentor and will be scheduled time to meet with the mentor to finalize and perfect their product or service.

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Grades: 9

OR

 Advanced Marketing [75561/2 ADVMKTG 13034700] Grades: 12

Credits: 2

MacARTHUR

PUT YOUR MARKETING KNOWLEDGE INTO PRACTICE! Students will illustrate appropriate management and research skills to solve problems related to marketing. This course covers technology, communication, and customer-service skills, and includes the development of a business plan.


WEALTH MANAGEMENT STUDENT / PARENT ORIENTATION REQUIRED.

1 

Business Information Management I [77121/2 BUSIM1SOBE 13011400]

2 

Business Information Management II [74381/2 BUSIM2 13011500] [Prerequisite: Business Information Management I]

3 

 Revenue, Taxation, and Regulation [77271/2 REVTAXRE 13018500]

Grades: 9

Credits: 1

MacARTHUR

Take the first step in Administrative Management while getting MICROSOFT OFFICE CERTIFIED! Students will learn Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Access and Power Point) while working towards acquiring the Microsoft Office Specialist Certification in each of the major programs. Students will also learn desktop publishing and will improve keyboarding skills.

Grades: 10-11

Credits: 1

MacARTHUR

CONTINUE WITH ADVANCED MICROSOFT CERTIFICATIONS! This course will prepare students to continue Microsoft Office Specialist Certifications. Students will use their knowledge to implement realworld business scenarios and solutions. Students will implement personal and interpersonal skills to strengthen individual performance in the workplace and in society and make a successful transition to the workforce or postsecondary education. Students apply technical skills to address business applications of emerging technologies, create complex wordprocessing documents, develop sophisticated spreadsheets using charts and graphs, and make an electronic presentation using appropriate multimedia software.

Grades: 11

Credits: 1

 Securities and Investments [74521/2 SECINV 13016400] MacARTHUR

Students will learn to facilitate clear and positive communication with taxpayers and become familiar with data analysis systems and revenue-related financial problems. This course provides an overview of law and investigative principles and follows agency procedures to examine evidence and ensure revenue compliance. Students will prepare projects and class activities to simulate the skills needed to enforce legal compliance and regulatory standards.

Grades: 11

+ (AND)

OR

Credits: 1

MacARTHUR

LEARN HOW TO INVEST MONEY! In this course, students will understand the laws and regulations to manage business operations and transactions in the securities industry. Students will discuss strategies for selecting investments and understand factors that must be considered when investing.

Insurance Operations [77171/2 INSOPS 13016500] Grades: 11-12

Credits: 1

MacARTHUR

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4

ď‚ľ Practicum in Wealth Management [77281/2 PRACBM 13012200] Grades: 12

Credits: 2

MacARTHUR

PUT YOUR BUSINESS KNOWLEDGE INTO ACTION! In the Practicum in Wealth Management, students will be given supervised practical application of previously studied knowledge and skills. This course serves as the capstone course for students completing the Wealth Management pathway. Students will be required to complete a paid, or unpaid work experience. The type of work and hours assigned will be determined by the instructor. Students must have an assigned practicum within 10 days of enrollment and all required paperwork must be signed by parents and submitted within 10 days of enrollment.

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NIMITZ HIGH SCHOOL

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SCHOOL OF ENVIRONMENTAL ENTREPRENEURSHIP NIMITZ HIGH SCHOOL

 identifies a course as ADVANCED.

75


ENVIRONMENTAL ENGINEERING STUDENT / PARENT ORIENTATION REQUIRED.

1 

Principles of Applied Engineering [77611/2 PRAPPENG 13036200]

2 

Introduction to Engineering Design (PLTW) [78361/2 IED N1303742] [Prerequisite: Algebra I]

3 

 Environmental Sustainability (PLTW) [77351/2 ENGDSPR2 13036600]

Grades: 9

Credits: 1

NIMITZ

DESIGN - SKETCH – DRAW: This course will focus on the application of engineering design within the environmental sector by providing an overview of the various fields of environmental science, energy technology, and environmental engineering, and mathematics and their interrelationships. Students will apply knowledge and skills through sketching, orthographic projection, various computer applications, and project-based activities. Students will work on assigned design teams to develop a product or system. Students will learn about the many career options that are available to them in the environmental and energy sectors of engineering. Students will start the process of becoming earning certifications in safety, Autodesk Inventor, as an AutoCAD Certified User.

Grades: 10

Credits: 1

NIMITZ

DESIGN – DRAW – MODEL: Introduction to Engineering Design is a foundation course in the Project Lead The Way Engineering Program. In this course students are introduced to the engineering profession and a common approach to the solution of engineering problems, and engineering design process. Through both individual and collaborative team activities, projects, and problems, students will solve problems as they practice common engineering design and development protocols such as project management and peer review. Students will work on certifications in the areas of safety and Autodesk Inventor.

Grades: 11

Credits: 1

NIMITZ

DESIGN – MODEL – PROTOTYPE: This course is a continuation of knowledge and skills learned in Introduction to Engineering Design. Students enrolled in this course will demonstrate knowledge and skills of the design process as it applies to the environmental and energy engineering fields. Emphasis will be placed on using skills from ideation through prototyping. Students will work on certifications in the areas of safety, Autodesk Inventor, and AutoCAD Certified User.

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4

ď‚ľ Practicum in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics [75661/2 PRACSTEM 13037400] [Prerequisite: Engineering Design and Development] Grade: 12

Credits: 2

NIMITZ

The practicum course is a paid or unpaid capstone experience for students participating in a coherent sequence of career and technical education courses in the STEM Career Cluster. The practicum is designed to give students supervised practical application of previously studied knowledge and skills. Practicum experiences can occur in a variety of locations appropriate to the nature and level of experience. Students are required to provide their own transportation for individual employment assignments off-campus.

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OR

Engineering Mathematics [26121/2 ENGMATH 13036700] [Prerequisite: Algebra II] Grade: 12

Credits: 1

NIMITZ

This is a course where students solve and model design problems. Students will use a variety of mathematical methods and models to represent and analyze problems that represent a range of real-world engineering applications such as robotics, data acquisition, spatial applications, electrical measurement, manufacturing processes, materials engineering, mechanical drives, pneumatics, process control systems, quality control, and computer programming.


WILDLIFE AND ENVIRONMENTAL CONSERVATION STUDENT / PARENT ORIENTATION REQUIRED.

1 

Wildlife Management [79351/2 WFECGT 13001500]

2 

Forestry Ecosystems and Wildlife [77391/2 FWECO 13001700]

3 

 Range Wildlife Management [78681/2 RECOMGT 13001600] – DUAL credit [77401/2 RECOMGT 13001600] – Non-dual

Grades: 9

Credits: 1

NIMITZ

AQUA CROPS – FISH – WATER: In wildlife management students examine the management of game and non-game wildlife species, fish, and aqua crops and their ecological needs as related to current agricultural practices. This course prepares students for careers in natural resource systems, acquiring technical knowledge and skills related to natural resources and developing entry requirements and industry expectations for career opportunities. Student will have the opportunity to explore careers, gain safety awareness, and develop and understand of ecosystems and how they operate.

Grades: 10

Credits: 1

NIMITZ

WOODLANDS – FORESTS – ANIMALS -In forestry and woodland ecosystems students examine the relations between animals and the lands they inhabit. Students will study the importance of watersheds and how water conservation impacts the overall ecosystems and life cycle of sensitive ecosystems. Students will participate in hands on activities relating to managing and maintaining quality ecosystems to support wildlife and the environment.

Grades: 11

Credits: 1

NIMITZ

PLANTS – WATER – ECOSYSTEMS: In range wildlife management students will be learn about the management and ecology aspects of rangelands utilized by animals in sensitive ecosystems from around the world. Instruction will include the study and development of technical skills in renewable natural resources, range plants, ecosystems, water cycles, range conditions, carrying capacities, wildlife management, and research.

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4

 Practicum in Wildlife Conservation [78671/2 PRACWCON 13002500] – DUAL credit [74351/2 PRACWCON 13002500] – Non-dual [Prerequisite: Range Wildlife Management] Grades: 12

Credits: 2

NIMITZ

CONSERVE – MANAGE – MAINTAIN: In the Conservation Practicum students will be given the opportunity to apply previously studied knowledge and skills in the wildlife and conservation pathway. Practicum experiences can occur in a variety of locations appropriate to the nature and level of experience. Locations may include, but are not limited to, the Dallas Zoo and the City of Irving. This course serves as the capstone course for students completing the Wildlife and Environmental Conservation pathway. Students will be required to complete a paid, or unpaid work experience. The type of work and hours assigned will be determined by the instructor.

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OR

Advanced Plant and Soil Science [36121/2 ADVPSSCI 13002100] Grades: 12

Credits: 1

NIMITZ


FLORAL AND GREENERY MANAGEMENT STUDENT / PARENT ORIENTATION REQUIRED.

1 

Principles of Agri-Business Management [77621/2 PRINENVIRON 13000200]

2 

Floral Design [74071/2 FLORAL 13001800]

3 

 Advanced Floral Design [77411/2 ADVFLDES N1300270]

Grades: 9

Credits: 1

Professional Standards in Agribusiness [77454 PROSAFNR 13000800] NIMITZ

ENVIRONMENT – ENERGY – ENTREPRENEURSHIP: Students will develop an understanding of the farreaching needs of plants and animals as they impact the environment, entrepreneurship, and energy. Students will define the opportunities in the field of agricultural as it relates to the environment, energy, and entrepreneurship. Students will be involved in creating business plans that are designed to provide the building blocks of star up, maintaining, marketing, and growing a successful business.

Grades: 10

Credits: 1

NIMITZ

DESIGN – AESTHETICS – ARRANGE: Student in Floral Design will develop the skills in selecting, arranging, and marketing of plants and flowers as it related to the floral industry. This class is project- based with many large and small projects used to evaluate the progress of the student. The class includes many hands-on activities to involve the students in techniques required in the floral industry. NOTE: Counts as Fine Arts Credit.

Grades: 11

Credits: 1

NIMITZ

DESIGN – ARRANGE - MARKET: Student in Advanced Floral Design will further their skill development in the areas of selecting, arranging, and marketing of plants and flowers as it related to the floral industry. This class is project- based with large and small projects used to evaluate student progress. The class includes many hands-on activities to involve the students in techniques required in operating a success floral business.

Grades: 9

+ (AND)

OR

Credits: 0.5

NIMITZ

LEAD – COMMUNICATE – RELATE: Professional Standards of Agribusiness focuses on leadership, communication, employer-employee relations, and problem solving as they relate to agribusiness. To prepare for success, students need opportunities to learn, reinforce, apply, and transfer their knowledge and skills in a variety of settings. So join the Agribusiness team today and acquire technical knowledge and skills related to leadership development and the workplace, and develop knowledge and skills regarding agricultural career opportunities, entry requirements, and industry expectations. Agribusiness Management and Marketing [78661/2 AGRBUSMM 13000900] – DUAL credit [77461/2 AGRBUSMM 13000900] – Non-dual Grades: 10

Credits: 1

NIMITZ

SUPPLY – DEMAND – FINANCE: In Agribusiness Management and Marketing students will attain the skills and knowledge related to agribusiness marketing and management and the workplace. Student will develop knowledge and skills regarding career opportunities, entry requirements, and industry expectations. Opportunities to learn, reinforce, apply, and transfer their knowledge and skills in a variety of settings will be provided during the class. Join the Agribusiness Team and learn more regarding the foundation of agribusiness management and the free enterprise system. Instruction includes the use of economic principles such as supply and demand, budgeting, record keeping, finance, risk management, business law, marketing, and careers in agribusiness.

OR

 Greenhouse Operation and Production [77491/2 GREOPLAB 13002055] Grades: 11

Credits: 2

NIMITZ

PLANT – GROOM – WATER: Students in the Greenhouse Operations and Production class will develop an understanding of common horticultural management practices as they relate to food and ornamental plant production as it relates to the production of plants in a greenhouse. Students will participate in transplanting of plants from the greenhouse to the community garden project. Students will manage and maintain the greenhouse and community garden spaces as needed to promote quality growth in all plants.

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4

 Practicum in Floral and Greenery Services [74411/2 PRACENVIRON 13002500] – DUAL credit [Prerequisite: Advanced Floral Design, Greenhouse Operation and Production] Grade:

12

Credits: 2

NIMITZ

GROW – PRUNE – SELL: Students in the Floral and Greenery Practicum assist with the campus enterprises which includes design, production and delivery of goods for a variety of events. This Practicum may require extended days, nights and weekend events. Student will earn their certification in Level 1 Floral Design. This course serves as the capstone courses for students completing the Floral and Greenery Management pathway. Students will be required to complete a paid, or unpaid work experience. The type of work and hours assigned will be determined by the instructor. Students must have an assigned practicum within 10 days of enrollment and all required paperwork must be signed by parents and submitted within 10 days of enrollment. Students will be required to provide their own transportation to and from work.

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Advanced Plant and Soil Science [36121/2 ADVPSSCI 13002100] Grades: 12

+ (AND)

Credits: 1

NIMITZ


SCHOOL OF VETERINARY SCIENCE NIMITZ HIGH SCHOOL

 identifies a course as ADVANCED.

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VETERINARY SCIENCE STUDENT / PARENT ORIENTATION REQUIRED.

1 

Small Animal Management [74014 SMANIMGT 13000400]

2 

Veterinary Medical Applications [74031/2 VETMEDAP 13000610] [Prerequisites: Small Animal Management, Equine Science]

3 

Advanced Animal Science [36111/2 ADVANSCI 13000700] [Prerequisites: Biology, Chemistry OR IPC, Algebra I, Geometry, Small Animal Management, Equine Science]

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Grades: 9

Credits: 0.5

Equine Science [74024 EQUINSCI 13000500] NIMITZ

Cats – Birds – Dogs – Small Animal Management is designed to enhance the understanding of small animal care. Students will develop a deeper understanding of career opportunities, industry expectations, knowledge and skills related to the care and maintenance of small animals. In addition, students will learn about the various species and breeds of small animals, and their individual body systems. During the semester, students will examine small mammals, dogs, cats, birds, amphibians, and reptiles.

Grades: 10

Credits: 2

Grades: 9

+ (AND)

Credits: 0.5

NIMITZ

Horses, Donkeys, Mules – Equine Science students will learn all aspects of the growth and management of equine animals. Equine science is a specialization within animal science, which involves the study of the reproduction, physiology, behavior and nutrition of horses, and management of horses for sport and recreational purposes.

NIMITZ

Procedures – Operations – Medicines – Veterinary Medical Applications is a course designed to enhance the understanding of veterinary technician skills and procedures. Students will learn clinical examinations, animal hospital procedures, office management, and employee skills. In addition, students will learn correct procedures for administering shots, bandaging wounds, mending broken bones, and assisting in surgical procedures. During the course of the year, students will practice various laboratory skills, patient communication, and technical skills.

Grades: 11

Credits: 1

NIMITZ

Processing – Management – Genetics - Students will apply knowledge of anatomy and physiology to produce and/or manage animals in a domesticated or natural environment and gain knowledge in species specific operations, genetics, livestock operation, processing and reproduction. Students will investigate biosecurity, nutrition, reproduction, animal handling, and facilities requirements for animals.

 Veterinary Applications – Large Animal [77511/2 VETAPPLARGE 13000300] Grades: 11

+ (AND)

Credits: 1

NIMITZ

Nutrition – Health – Management: In Veterinary Applications students will develop skills in the areas of animal species, skeletal, muscular, respiratory, and circulatory systems. Students will evaluate animal vital signs and normal behavior. Students will identify and describe the digestive system and the sources of nutrients, vitamins, minerals, and feed additives needed for healthy animals. Students will research in the areas of genetics and cloning as it relates to animal care.


4

 Practicum in Veterinary Science [77531/2 AGVET 13002500] [Prerequisite: 3 credits in sequence – Veterinary Science Pathway] Grades: 12

Credits: 2

NIMITZ

This course serves as the second in the Veterinary Technician certification program. Students will have the opportunity to earn their Veterinary Assistant Level 1 certification. This course serves as the capstone course for students completing the Veterinary Science pathway. Students will be required to complete a paid, or unpaid work experience. Students must have an assigned practicum within 10 days of enrollment and all required paperwork must be signed by parents and submitted within 10 days of enrollment. Students must be at least 17 years old. Students will be required to provide their own transportation to and from work.

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PATHWAYS Irving HS, MacArthur HS, Nimitz HS

 identifies a course as ADVANCED.

85


AUDIO VIDEO PRODUCTION STUDENT / PARENT ORIENTATION REQUIRED.

1 

Principles of Arts, Audio/Video Technology and Communications [74221/2 PRINAAVTC 13008200]

2 

Audio/Video Production I [74251/2 AVPROD1 13008500]

3 

 Audio/Video Production II [76531/2 AVPLAB2 13008610] [Prerequisite: Audio/Video Production I]

4

Grades: 9-10

Credits: 1

I, M, N

LIGHTS, CAMERA, ACTION. Experience how filming, editing, and sound relate? To learn more join the Filming and Broadcasting crew. Learn the basics in how to properly film, edit, and give quality sound to your videos. Discover the career opportunities and certifications available the Audio Video Production courses.

Grades: 10-11

Credits: 1

I, M, N

Light Camera Action – are you ready for the rest of the story. Join the Audio Video Production team and experience the input and output of video. Through a project based course where you extend on the basics of previous knowledge and develop a working knowledge of the Audio Video Terminology and the presence it plays in today’s media rich environment. Come join the team and learn what it takes to be successful in the AV profession.

Grades: 11-12

Credits: 2

I, M, N

Lighting – Background – On Camera – Learn what it takes to write and produce videos. Through hands on activities learn how to enhance your videos using special effects and techniques during production and post production editing. Join the team today to earn your industry standard certification and get a leg up on the competition.  Practicum in Audio/Video Production / Extended [76571/2 EXPRAVP1 13008600] [Prerequisite: Audio Video Production II / Lab] Grade:

12

Credits: 2-3

I, M, N

Pre and Post Production – Special Effects – Certifications are the daily activates for students in the Audio Video Production Practicum. Students may participate in live broadcast of the school announcements, prepare special reports, produce public service announcements, produce and edit videos for clients based on their individual needs. Complete your portfolio with additional certification in Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator, Final Cut Pro, and Adobe After Effects. This course serves as the capstone course for students completing the Audio Video Production pathway. Students will be required to complete a paid, or unpaid work experience. The type of work and hours assigned will be determined by the instructor. Students must have an assigned practicum within 10 days of enrollment and all required paperwork must be signed by parents and submitted within 10 days of enrollment. Students must be at least 16 years old and will be required to provide their own transportation to and from work.

OR

Commercial Photography II [78611/2 CPHOTO2 13009200] Grades: 12

Credits: 1

I, M, N

Students enrolled in this course will develop an understanding of the commercial photography industry with a focus on creating quality photographs. Students will develop the skill necessary to span all aspects of the industry from setting up a shot to delivering products in a competitive market.

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GRAPHIC DESIGN STUDENT / PARENT ORIENTATION REQUIRED.

1  2  3  4

Principles of Arts, Audio/Video Technology and Communications [74221/2 PRINAAVTC 13008200] Grades: 9-10

Credits: 1

I, M, N

Learn the basics of how to Snap it; Image it; and Print it. Students will explore the various software and hardware utilized in the graphic design program along with the career options for a Graphic Designer. Graphic Design and Illustration I [74291/2 GRAPHDI1 13008800] Grades: 10-11

Credits: 1

I, M, N

Snap It; Image It; Print It; You will learn and develop the essentials skills for a Graphic Designer. Photoshop, Illustrator, Acrobat and InDesign programs will be explored through project based learning. Expand your knowledge of Digital Illustration through photo montage, vector drawing and mixed media.  Graphic Design and Illustration II Lab [76581/2 GRDLAB2 13008910] DUAL credit [I, M] [76601/2 GRDLAB2 13008910] Non-dual [Prerequisite: Graphic Design and Illustration I] Grades: 11-12

Credits: 2

I, M, N

Interface with your Work while earning College Credit and continuing to develop your Graphic Design and Illustration Portfolio. Apply your skills established in Graphic Design and Illustration I and learn about various types of printing. Get college credit through the North Lake College Dual Credit Program. Earn an Adobe Certification in Photoshop, Illustrator and InDesign to prove you know what is needed to be a successful Graphic Designer.  Practicum in Graphic Design and Illustration [74281 PRACGRD1 13009000] [Prerequisite: Graphic Design and Illustration II Lab] Grades: 12

Credits: 2

I, M, N

CONSULT – DESIGN – MARKET: Students will continue to develop the skills of Snap it; Image it; and Print it in the practicum course where they will participate in running the Graphic Design Enterprise. Some students may have the opportunity to gain real world knowledge by participating in the off- campus intern program. You will produce portfolio worthy projects, commercial photography, graphics, banners, and other mediums for clients and will have the opportunity to gain higher level certifications in the Adobe Suite. This course serves as the capstone course for students completing the Graphic Design pathway. Students will participate as interns in the student enterprise at their campus, or may find paid or unpaid employment within 10 days of enrollment. The teacher will determine the work schedule for students completing their internship in the student enterprise and may be scheduled before or after school hours as part of the internship program. Students must provide their own transportation for employment off-campus.

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OR

Commercial Photography II [78611/2 CPHOTO2 13009200] Grades: 12

Credits: 1

I, M, N

Students enrolled in this course will develop an understanding of the commercial photography industry with a focus on creating quality photographs. Students will develop the skill necessary to span all aspects of the industry from setting up a shot to delivering products in a competitive market.


BUSINESS MANAGEMENT STUDENT / PARENT ORIENTATION REQUIRED.

1  2 

Business Information Management I [74371/2 BUSIM1 13011400]

3 

 Business Management [74911/2 BUSMGT 13012100] DUAL credit] [74441/2 BUSMGT 13012100] Non-dual

Grades: 9-10

Credits: 1

I, N

GET MICROSOFT OFFICE CERTIFIED! Students will learn Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Access and Power Point). Students will work towards acquiring the Microsoft Office Specialist Certification in each of the major programs. Students will also learn desktop publishing and will improve keyboarding skills. Business Information Management II [74381/2 BUSIM2 13011500] [Prerequisite: Business Information Management I] Grades: 10-11

Credits: 1

I, N

CONTINUE WITH ADVANCED MICROSOFT CERTIFICATIONS! This course will prepare students to continue Microsoft Office Specialist Certifications. Students will use their knowledge to implement realworld business scenarios and solutions. Students will implement personal and interpersonal skills to strengthen individual performance in the workplace and in society and make a successful transition to the workforce or postsecondary education. Students apply technical skills to address business applications of emerging technologies, create complex word-processing documents, develop sophisticated spreadsheets using charts and graphs, and make an electronic presentation using appropriate multimedia software.

Grades: 11-12

Credits: 1

I, N

PREPARE TO LEAD! In order to prepare as a future leader, students will develop a foundation in the economic, financial, technological, international, social and ethical aspects of business to become competent managers, employees, and entrepreneurs. Students will incorporate a broad range of knowledge that includes legal, managerial, marketing, financial, ethical and international dimensions of business to make appropriate management decisions.

88


4

ď‚ľ Practicum in Business Management (Single Block OR Double Block) [74451/2 PRACBM 13012200] [Prerequisite: Business Management] Grades: 12

Credits: 2

OR I, N

PARENT/STUDENT ORIENTATION IS REQUIRED. PUT YOUR BUSINESS KNOWLEDGE INTO ACTION! In the Practicum in Business Management, students will be given supervised practical application of previously studied knowledge and skills. Practicum experiences occur in a paid or unpaid arrangement and a variety of locations appropriate to the nature and level of experience. Students enrolled in this program are required to complete a work experience to receive credit for the course. Students must provide their own transportation to and from the workplace. Unpaid positions must be approved in advance. The work site must be secured within 10 days of enrollment or students will be transferred to Advanced Marketing.

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Business Law [74391/2 BUSLAW 13011700] Grades: 12

Credits: 1

I, N

In this course, students will analyze various aspects of the legal environment, including ethics, the judicial system, contracts, personal property, sales, negotiable instruments, agency and employment, business organization, risk management, and real property. Through these aspects, students will cultivate essential functions that impact efficient and productive business operations.


MARKETING STUDENT / PARENT ORIENTATION REQUIRED.

1 

Principles of Business, Marketing, and Finance [74361/2 PRINBMF 13011200]

2 

Social Media Marketing [76634 SMEDMKTG 13034650]

3 

 Practicum in Marketing [75571/2 PRACMKT1 13034800]

Grades: 9-10

Credits: 1

I, N

HOW TO BUILD, PROMOTE, SELL AND MAKE MONEY! Principles of Business, Marketing, and Finance allows students to gain knowledge and skills in economies and private enterprise systems, the impact of global business, the marketing of goods and services, advertising, and product pricing. Students analyze the sales process and financial management principles in order to know what and how to sell. This course allows students to reinforce, apply, and transfer academic knowledge and skills to a variety of interesting and relevant activities, problems, and settings in business, marketing, and finance.

Grades: 10-11

Credits: 0.5

Fashion Marketing [75534 FASHMKTG 13034300] I, N

FOLLOW US AND MARKET THROUGH SOCIAL MEDIA! This course is designed to look at the rise of social media and how marketers are integrating social media tools in their overall marketing strategy. The course will investigate how the marketing community measures success in the new world of social media. Students will manage a successful social media presence for an organization, understand techniques for gaining customer and consumer buy-in to achieve marketing goals, and properly select social media platforms to engage consumers and monitor and measure the results of these efforts.

Grades: 11

Credits: 2

I, N

PARENT/STUDENT ORIENTATION IS REQUIRED. COME JOIN US IN THE SCHOOL STORE! Practicum in Marketing is a series of dynamic activities that focus on the customer to generate a profitable exchange, including the operation of a school store. Students enrolled in this program are required to complete a work experience to receive credit for the course. Students must provide their own transportation to and from the workplace. Unpaid positions must be approved, however, students may apply to work in the school store and receive work credit. Students who work in the school store will be assigned a work period and may also be assigned before and after school. The work site must be secured within 10 days of enrollment or students will be transferred to Advanced Marketing. Appropriate worksites include: retail sales and service; hotel/motel reception; non-profit services; car dealerships; banking services; travel and tourism, etc. Employment in the Hospitality industry will require that the student enroll in the Hospitality Practicum.

Grades: 10-11

+ (AND)

OR

Credits: 0.5

I, N

DO YOU LOVE FASHION? This course is designed to provide students with knowledge of the various business functions in the fashion industry. Students in Fashion Marketing will gain a working knowledge of promotion, textiles, merchandising, mathematics, selling, visual merchandising, and career opportunities.

 Business Management [74911/2 BUSMGT 13012100] DUAL credit] [74441/2 BUSMGT 13012100] Non-dual Grades: 11-12

Credits: 1

I, N

PREPARE TO LEAD! In order to prepare as a future leader, students will develop a foundation in the economic, financial, technological, international, social and ethical aspects of business to become competent managers, employees, and entrepreneurs. Students will incorporate a broad range of knowledge that includes legal, managerial, marketing, financial, ethical and international dimensions of business to make appropriate management decisions.

90


4

ď‚ľ Practicum in Marketing II [76641/2 PRACMKT2 13034810] [Prerequisite: Practicum in Marketing OR Business Management] Grades: 12

Credits: 2

I, N

Students enrolled in this program are required to complete a work experience off-site in a marketing environment. Students must provide their own transportation to and from the workplace. Unpaid internships must be approved in advance. The work site must be secured within 10 days of enrollment or students will be transferred to Advanced Marketing.

91

OR

ď‚ľ Advanced Marketing [75561/2 ADVMKTG 13034700] Grades: 12

Credits: 2

I, N

PUT YOUR MARKETING KNOWLEDGE INTO PRACTICE! In this course, students will gain knowledge and skills that help them become proficient in one or more of the marketing functional areas. Students will illustrate appropriate management and research skills to solve problems related to marketing. This course covers technology, communication, and customer-service skills, and includes the development of a business plan.


ENTREPRENEURSHIP STUDENT / PARENT ORIENTATION REQUIRED.

1 

Principles of Business, Marketing, and Finance [74361/2 PRINBMF 13011200]

2 

Money Matters [74501/2 MONEYM 13016200]

3 

 Entrepreneurship [75971/2 ENTREP 13034400]

Grades: 9

Credits: 1

I, N

HOW TO BUILD, PROMOTE, SELL AND MAKE MONEY! Principles of Business, Marketing, and Finance allows students to gain knowledge and skills in economies and private enterprise systems, the impact of global business, the marketing of goods and services, advertising, and product pricing. Students analyze the sales process and financial management principles in order to know what and how to sell. This course allows students to reinforce, apply, and transfer academic knowledge and skills to a variety of interesting and relevant activities, problems, and settings in business, marketing, and finance.

Grades: 10

Credits: 1

I, N

MONEY MATTERS, SO HOW DO YOU MANAGE IT? In this course, students will investigate money management from a personal financial perceptive. Students will apply critical-thinking skills to analyze financial options based on current and projected economic factors. Students will gain knowledge and skills necessary to establish short-term and long-term financial goals. Students will examine various methods of achieving short-term 10 and long-term financial goals through various methods such as investing, tax planning, asset allocating, risk management, retirement planning, and estate planning.

Grades: 11

Credits: 1

I, N

DO YOU WANT TO START YOUR OWN BUSINESS? Entrepreneurship teaches the knowledge and skills needed to become an entrepreneur. Students will learn the principles necessary to begin and operate a business. The primary focus of the course is to help students understand the process of analyzing a business opportunity, preparing a business plan, determining feasibility of an idea using research, and developing a plan to organize and promote the business and its products and services. In addition, students will understand the capital required, the return on investment desired, and the potential for profit.

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4

ď‚ľ Practicum in Business Management [74451/2 PRACBM 13012200] Grades: 12

Credits: 2

I, N

PUT YOUR BUSINESS KNOWLEDGE INTO ACTION! In the Practicum in Business Management, students will be given supervised practical application of previously studied knowledge and skills. This course serves as the capstone course for students completing the Entrepreneurship pathway. Students may complete a Business Plan and participate in a Business Plan competition as a requirement of their capstone course. Students must provide their own transportation to and from the workplace. Unpaid positions must be approved in advance. The work site must be secured within 10 days of enrollment or students will be transferred to Advanced Marketing.

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OR

ď‚ľ Advanced Marketing [75561/2 ADVMKTG 13034700] Grades: 12

Credits: 2

I, N

PUT YOUR MARKETING KNOWLEDGE INTO PRACTICE! In this course, students will gain knowledge and skills that help them become proficient in one or more of the marketing functional areas. Students will illustrate appropriate management and research skills to solve problems related to marketing. This course covers technology, communication, and customer-service skills, and includes the development of a business plan.


FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT STUDENT / PARENT ORIENTATION REQUIRED.

1 

Principles of Business, Marketing and Finance [74361/2 PRINBMF 13011200]

2 

Money Matters [74501/2 MONEYM 13016200]

3 

 Securities and Investments 74521/2 SECINV 13016400]

Grades: 9

Credits: 1

I, N

HOW TO BUILD, PROMOTE, SELL AND MAKE MONEY! Principles of Business, Marketing, and Finance allows students to gain knowledge and skills in economies and private enterprise systems, the impact of global business, the marketing of goods and services, advertising, and product pricing. Students analyze the sales process and financial management principles in order to know what and how to sell. This course allows students to reinforce, apply, and transfer academic knowledge and skills to a variety of interesting and relevant activities, problems, and settings in business, marketing, and finance.

Grades: 10

Credits: 1

I, N

MONEY MATTERS, SO HOW DO YOU MANAGE IT? In this course, students will investigate money management from a personal financial perceptive. Students will apply critical-thinking skills to analyze financial options based on current and projected economic factors. Students will gain knowledge and skills necessary to establish short-term and long-term financial goals. Students will examine various methods of achieving short-term 10 and long-term financial goals through various methods such as investing, tax planning, asset allocating, risk management, retirement planning, and estate planning.

Grades: 11

Credits: 1

I, N

LEARN HOW TO INVEST and MAKE MONEY! In this course, students will understand the laws and regulations to manage business operations and transactions in the securities industry. Students will discuss strategies for selecting investments and understand factors that must be considered when investing.

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4

ď‚ľ Practicum in Business Management [74451/2 PRACBM 13012200] [Prerequisite: Securities and Investments] Grades: 12

Credits: 2

I, N

PUT YOUR BUSINESS KNOWLEDGE INTO ACTION! In the Practicum in Business Management, students will be given supervised practical application of previously studied knowledge and skills. This course serves as the capstone course for students completing the Financial Management pathway. Students may complete a Business Plan and participate in a Business Plan competition as a requirement of their capstone course. Students enrolled in this program are required to complete a work experience to receive credit for the course. Students must provide their own transportation to and from the workplace. Unpaid positions must be approved in advance. The work site must be secured within 10 days of enrollment or students will be transferred to Advanced Marketing.

95

OR

Advanced Marketing [75561/2 ADVMKTG 13034700] Grades: 11-12

Credits: 2

I, N

PUT YOUR MARKETING KNOWLEDGE INTO PRACTICE! In this course, students will gain knowledge and skills that help them become proficient in one or more of the marketing functional areas. Students will illustrate appropriate management and research skills to solve problems related to marketing. This course covers technology, communication, and customer-service skills, and includes the development of a business plan.


EDUCATION AND COACHING STUDENT / PARENT ORIENTATION REQUIRED.

1 

Principles of Education and Training [74461/2 PRINEDTR 13014200]

2 

Human Growth and Development [74471/2 HUGRDEV 13014300]

3 

 Instructional Practice [74481/2 INPRAC 13014400]

Grades: 9

Credits: 1

I, M, N

IMPACT THE FUTURE! All teachers want to impact the future. Whether it is in the classroom or on an athletic field, shaping the minds of students is what the education field is about. You will get the opportunity to identify the pathway you will follow, whether it is as an instructor who works with elementary or secondary students, or possibly at the college-level, and even more specific, what subject area. Whether you like music, athletics, languages, or technology, education will allow you to impact others. You will have the opportunity to develop lesson plans, instructional visuals and manipulatives, and begin developing your own philosophy of education. You will prepare a career plan that will take you into the future, from high school to college and into the classroom.

Grades: 10

Credits: 1

I, M, N

LOOK HOW MUCH YOU’VE GROWN! In order to prepare for your opportunity to work all ages of children, this course examines human development across the various lifespans. You will gain an understanding of how to work with and educate each group through research, and develop the skills needed to guide them through their individual life changes. Throughout this course, you will be preparing for your senior level activity as a teacher or coach.

Grades: 11

Credits: 2

I, M, N

I AM ACTUALLY DOING THIS! You have finally arrived and are beginning your required 2-year internship directly under the supervision of an elementary or middle school teacher or coach. You are actually impacting the lives of students and applying your knowledge and practicing effective teaching and training in the classroom. You are planning and directing individualized instruction and group activities, preparing instructional materials, developing materials for educational environments, assisting with record keeping, and completing other responsibilities.

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4

ď‚ľ Practicum in Education and Training [74491/2 PRACEDT1 13014500] [Prerequisite: Instructional Practice] Grades: 12

Credits: 2

I, M, N

I LOVE BEING A TEACHER! You have arrived. Just as last year, you are now in the classroom, but you have a year of experience. You will have more responsibilities under the supervision of your elementary or middle school teacher or coach. You will plan and direct individualized instruction and group activities, prepare instructional materials, assist with record keeping, make physical arrangements, and complete other responsibilities of classroom teachers, trainers, paraprofessionals, or other educational personnel. This course serves as the capstone course for students completing the Education and Coaching pathway. Students will be required to complete an unpaid work experience in a school. The type of work and hours assigned will be determined by the instructor.

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OR Should your schedule permit, you may acquire an additional credit for this course and spend additional time at your approved practicum.

ď‚ľ Practicum in Education and Training / Extended [76801/2 EXPREDT1 13014505] Grade:

12

Credits: 3

I, M, N


HOSPITALITY SERVICES CULINARY ARTS STUDENT / PARENT ORIENTATION REQUIRED.

1 

Principles of Hospitality and Tourism [74671/2 PRINHOSP 13022200]

2  3 

Hotel Management [74681/2 HOTELMGT 13022300]

Grades: 9

Credits: 1

I, M, N

TRAVEL! AMUSEMENT PARKS! RECREATION! HOTELS AND RESORTS! FOOD! Learn about all of these, as well as the various and multifaceted career options available to you in the Hospitality cluster. This cluster includes an overview of the travel and tourism industry, amusement park industry, recreation industry, resort industry and food and beverage industry. You will apply knowledge through a variety of experiences and activities including, simulations, software applications, competitive events, and field-based activities.

Grades: 10

Credits: 1

I, M, N

LEARN EVERY FACET OF THE HOTEL INDUSTRY! The DFW area is filled with opportunities within the hotel industry. This course focuses on the knowledge and skills needed to pursue staff and management positions available in the hotel industry.  Hospitality Services [76621/2 HOSPSRVS 13022800] Grades: 11

Credits: 2

I, M, N

ARE YOU READY TO SERVE? Hospitality Services provides students with the academic and technical preparation to pursue high demand and high-skill careers in hospitality related industries. The knowledge and skills are acquired within a sequential, standardsbased program that integrates hands-on and projectbased instruction. Instruction may be delivered through laboratory training or through internships, mentoring, or job shadowing.

OR

 Culinary Arts [74721/2 CULARTS 13022600] [Prerequisite: Introduction to Culinary Arts] Grades: 11

Credits: 2

I, M, N

GET READY TO COOK AND BAKE! Culinary Arts is an advanced laboratory based course for students interested in pursuing a career in the food service industry. This course is offered as a laboratory-based course in a commercial kitchen equipped with industry standard equipment. Students will follow the required industry standard guidelines for workplace attire, safety, and sanitation practices.

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4

 Practicum in Hospitality Services [74761/2 PRACHOS1 13022900] [Prerequisite: Hospitality Services OR Culinary Arts] Grades: 12

Credits: 2

I, M, N

OR

 Practicum in Culinary Arts [74731/2 PRACCUL1 13022700] [Prerequisite: Culinary Arts] Grades: 12

I, M, N

COME WORK IN THE CAMPUS-BASED RESTAURANT ENTERPRISES! The Practicum in Culinary Arts course is a capstone experience for students participating in the Culinary Arts pathway. Students will apply to work in the campus-based enterprise through a fair and equitable process. Students who are not accepted for on-site employment will need to secure employment offsite within 10 days of enrollment in the fall semester. Students who are hired as an unpaid intern for the campus bistro will be required to work extended hours before and after school and on weekends to receive credit for the course. Students must provide their own transportation during extended hours and weekend assignments.

PUT HOSPITALITY SERVICING INTO ACTION! This course is a unique practicum experience to provide opportunities for students to participate in a learning experience that combines classroom instruction with actual business and industry career experiences. Students enrolled in the Practicum are required to complete a work experience on site, or off-campus in a hotel, restaurant, or fast-food environment. The nature of the work and work hours will be determined jointly between the employer, teacher and student. Students may apply to work in the campus bistro as an unpaid internship. All other unpaid positions must be approved in advance. Students must provide their own transportation to and from the workplace and the position must be secured within 10 days of enrollment.

OR

OR

Should your schedule permit, you may acquire an additional credit for this course and spend additional time at your approved practicum.

Should your schedule permit, you may acquire an additional credit for this course and spend additional time at your approved practicum.

 Practicum in Hospitality Services / Extended [76671/2 EXPRHOS1 13022905]

 Practicum in Culinary Arts / Extended [76701/2 EXPRCUL1 13022705]

Grades: 12

Grades: 12

Credits: 3

I, M, N

OR

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Credits: 2

Credits: 3

I, M, N

Travel and Tourism Management [74701/2 TRTORMGT 13022500] Grades: 12

Credits: 1

I, M, N

Learn about the exciting opportunities in travel and tourism. The course will include information on destination geography, airlines, international travel, cruising, travel by rail and all of the entertainment venues, attractions and resorts.


HUMAN AND SOCIAL SERVICES

2 

Social and Societal Needs [74801/2 SOCSOCI 13024600]

3 

 Family and Community Services [74831/2 FAMCOSRV 13024900]

4

Grades: 10-11

Credits:

1

M

MAY I HELP YOU? Now that you have become a stronger you, it is time to build your skills for working with others. You will serve as a peer mediator, as a mentor, and even as a member of a support team as you begin addressing issues that confront everyone at different stages of life through the development of resolutions. Throughout the community, there are resources available to help develop resolutions, and you will be building on your skills of service to others through real world projects. This year, you will develop your people skills and become a voice for others, leading you further into the world of community. Volunteer service hours can be earned.

Grades: 11-12

Credits:

1

M

TEDDY BEARS … BLANKETS … FOOD … WE NEED YOUR HELP! Now that you are stronger personally since you have developed your skills of managing yourself and others. Now it is time to apply those skills, impacting the world in which you live. Throughout this course, you will be working on projects that involve collections and donations. You will be involved in working on building a stronger community, both at school and outside in your very own community. With the lessons learned and applied in this course, you will be ready to be a stronger voice for the world that needs your help. Volunteer service hours can be earned.  Practicum in Family and Community Services [74841/2 PRAHS 13025000] Grades: 12

Credits:

2

M

ARE YOU INTERESTED IN HELPING OTHERS IN THE COMMUNITY? DO YOU HAVE A CARING AND GIVING ATTITUDE? You have now arrived as a well-rounded person. You are personally skilled. You know how important it is to work on causes, and you know how to impact the community. You will be involved in service projects during class time, and you will have the opportunity to participate in service projects outside of class that will apply to volunteer service hours. Take the lead and give back to the community. Students in this course may be required to participate in field based activities after-school, or on weekends. This course serves as the capstone course for students completing the Human and Social Services program of study. Students will be required to complete a paid, or unpaid work experience. The type of work and hours assigned will be determined by the instructor.

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LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT

1 

Leadership Education/Military Science 1 [85131/2 ROTC 1 PES00004]

2 

Leadership Education/Military Science 2 [85141/2 ROTC 2 03160200] [Prerequisite: Leadership Education/Military Science 1]

3 

Leadership Education/Military Science 3 [85151/2 ROTC 3 03160300] [Prerequisite: Leadership Education/Military Science 2 AND approval of Senior JROTC Instructor]

4

Grades: 9-12

Credits: 1/2 – 1 PE

I, M, N

VOLUNTEER – MARKSMANSHIP – CITIZENSHIP. This course includes Introduction to JROTC, Leadership Theory and Application, Volunteerism, Customs and Courtesies, Fitness, First Aid, Introduction to Drill, Marksmanship, Geography, Earth Science, Citizenship and American History, Personal Finance, Interview and Resume Skills, Military and U.S. Government overviews.

Grades: 10-12

Credits: 1/2 PE

I, M, N

LEADERSHIP – MANAGEMENT. This course includes intermediate level of instruction and application of LE I learning objectives. Instruction includes: leadership styles and practical exercises, as well as the basic principles of management. In addition, providing self-assessments that help students determine their personal skill sets.

Grades: 11-12

Credits: 1/2 – 1 PE

I, M, N

COMMUNICATE – PROBLEM SOLVE – PLAN. This course provides advanced-level instruction in the subjects taught in first and second year. Emphasis is placed on how the various factors (communications, problem solving, decision making, planning and supervision) affect a cadets’ effectiveness as a leader. Cadets are given increased opportunities to demonstrate leadership skills in the Cadet Battalion organization and begin College/Career exploration and planning. Successful completion of the LET/MS 3 curriculum may qualify the student for advanced placement in a college ROTC program or accelerated promotion within military service. Leadership Education/Military Science 4 [85161/2 ROTC 4 03160400] [Prerequisite: Approval of JROTC Instructor] Grades: 12

Credits: 1/2 – 1 PE

I, M, N

LEAD – FOLLOW – EXERCISE. This advanced level of JROTC caps two to three years of progression in every phase of JROTC. Students selected for this course have demonstrated proficiency in Leadership Education/Military Science (LET/MS) 3 and are presented with the challenge to study self-paced course content and to complete independent exercises, case studies and vignettes in the programmed text or prescribed program study. In addition, the students are taught techniques of command and staff procedures through text and practical exercises. Students demonstrate their ability to perform briefings and to prepare staff reports.

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Additional Courses

Irving – MacArthur - Nimitz Banking and Financial Services [76794 BANKFIN 13016300] Grades: 10-11

Credits:

0.5

I, M, N

In this course, students will develop knowledge and skills in the economic, financial, technological, international, social, and ethical aspects of banking to become competent employees and entrepreneurs. Students will incorporate a broad base of knowledge that includes the operations, sales, and management of banking institutions to gain a complete understanding of how banks function within society. General Employability Skills [78591/2 GEMPLS N1270153] Grades: 10-12

Credits:

1

I, M, N

This course provides students with knowledge of the prerequisite skills for general employment as well as the means of obtaining those skills. Employability skills include fundamentals of maintenance of personal appearance and grooming. The course also includes the knowledge, skills, and attitudes that allow employees to get along with their co-workers, make important work-related decisions, and become strong members of the work team. Discovering job possibilities that link skills, abilities, interests, values, needs, and work environment preferences is a part of the process of obtaining employability skills and abilities and is experiential learning that takes place over time. Parenting Education for School Age Parents I (Counselor Recommendation) [74921/2 PAEDSAP1 N1302536] Grades: 9-12

Credits:

1

I, M, N

Parenting Education for School Age Parents II (Counselor Recommendation) [74941/2 PAEDSAP2 N1302537] Grades: 9-12

Credits:

1

I, M, N

0.5

I, M, N

Professional Communications [16394 PROFCOMM 13009900] Grades: 9

Credits:

MAY I HAVE YOUR ATTENTION? I WOULD LIKE TO SPEAK! You now need to begin preparing for a career in the global economy that will require you to be creative and have a strong background in computer and technology applications, a strong and solid academic foundation, and a proficiency in professional oral and written communication. Through this course, you will be prepared for the world once you have developed and expanded your ability to write, read, edit, speak, listen, apply software applications, manipulate computer graphics, and conduct Internet research. Are you ready?

102


JACK E. SINGLEY ACADEMY Admission to Jack E. Singley Academy is by application only and students are admitted to programs through an equitable lottery process. The application is available on the Jack E. Singley website, or students may see their counselors.

103


SCHOOL OF LAW AND PUBLIC SERVICE JACK E. SINGLEY ACADEMY

.

 identifies a course as ADVANCED.

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LAW STUDENT / PARENT ORIENTATION REQUIRED.

1 

Civil Litigation [85401/2A CIVILIT I 3380032]

2 

Court Systems and Practices [ 77561/2A COURTSP 13029600] – DUAL credit [79451/2A COURTSP 13029600] – Non-dual

3 

 Law and Courts Practicum [76281/2A PRACLAW1 13019000] – DUAL credit [79421/2A PRACLAW1 13019000] – Non-dual

4

Grades: 9

Credits: 1

Principles of Law and Courts [79411/2A PRINLAW 13018200] SINGLEY

The course introduces students to American Law concepts. The course provides an overview of American court structure, introduces case law, and surveys several of the areas of law including criminal and civil law. Students will also get hands on experience by learning how to try a case through conducting mock trials on both criminal and civil law.

Grades: 10

Credits: 1

SINGLEY

This course introduces students to the federal and state court systems and operations, identifies judicial officers, and trial processes from pretrial matters through sentencing. The emphasis will be focused on criminal and students will learn the Criminal Procedure and the Rules of Evidence. Students will explore the constitutional issues surrounding pre-trial, trial, and post-trial issues. Students will conduct advanced mock trials in the area of criminal law.

Grades: 11

Credits: 2

+ (AND)

Credits: 1

SINGLEY

This course introduces students to foundations of governmental functions, including the US Constitution and Bill of Rights. Students will understand the difference between personal and civic responsibilities and the law as it relates to each. Students will be introduced to the court system and the seven divisions of American Law. Students will explore all aspects of government and public administration and occupational opportunities within the industry. Legal Research and Writing [ 78691/2A LEGRW N1303014] – DUAL credit [77551/2A LEGRW N1303014] – Non-dual

+ (AND)

Grades: 10

Credits: 1

SINGLEY

Students will learn how to research legal issues with Lexis-Nexis and other online tools, learn how to develop legal arguments, produce legal writings such as client letters, memorandums, trial briefs, appellate briefs and other legal documents such as contracts. Students will learn hands on skills, including how to interview a client, negotiating a contract, and conducting Appellate/Moot Court cases.

SINGLEY

This practicum course is the first in a series of two capstone courses. The course has multiple components. Students will take two Dual Credit Paralegal course through El Centro. Students will complete the Junior Prosecutor Academy through the Dallas County District Attorney’s Office. Students will have the opportunity to go to various locations to witness the day to day activity of law firms and courts. Students will participate in volunteer activities related to law. Finally, Students will also participate in mock trials and moot court cases.  Law and Courts Practicum II [77581/2A PRACLAW2 13019010] – Non-dual [Prerequisite: Law and Courts Practicum] Grades: 12

Credits: 2

SINGLEY

This practicum course is the second in a series of two capstone courses. This course serves as the capstone courses for students completing the Law pathway. Students will be required to complete a paid, or unpaid work experience. The type of work and hours assigned will be determined by the instructor. Students must have an assigned practicum within 10 days of enrollment and all required paperwork must be signed by parents and submitted within 10 days of enrollment. Students will be required to provide their own transportation to and from work.

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Grades: 9

OR

 Law and Courts Practicum Extended [78621/2A EXPRACLAW2 13019015] – DUAL credit Grades: 12

Credits: 3

SINGLEY


LAW ENFORCEMENT STUDENT / PARENT ORIENTATION REQUIRED.

1 

Principles of Law Enforcement [75411/2A PRINLAWEN 13029200]

2 

Court Systems and Practices [ 76271/2A COURTSP 13029600] – DUAL credit [76561/2A COURTSP 13029600] – Non-dual

3 

 Law Enforcement I [76311/2A LAWENF1 13029300] – DUAL credit [75421/2A LAWENF1 13029300] – Non-dual

4

 Law Enforcement II [75241/2A LAWENF2 13029400] – DUAL credit [75431/2A LAWENF2 13029400] – Non-dual

 Practicum in Law Enforcement [76541/2A PRACLAWEN 13030100] [Prerequisite: Law Enforcement I]

Grades: 12

Grades: 12

Grades: 9

Credits: 1

Criminal Investigation [77601/2A CRINVESTLAWEN 13029550] SINGLEY

SECURITY – CORRECTIONS – EMERGENCY: In the Principles of Law Enforcement students will study the profession of law enforcement, security, corrections, and emergency management services. Students will examine the roles and responsibilities of police, courts, corrections, private security, and protective agencies of emergency services. The course provides students with an overview of the skills necessary for careers in law enforcement, security, and corrections.

Grades: 10

Credits: 1

SINGLEY

TRIALS – SENTENCING – EVIDENCE: In Court Systems and Practices students will develop knowledge of the federal and state courts systems and operations. Student will learn the key concepts concerning the trial process form pretrial hearing to trial presentations, to the sentencing phase. Students will also examine the type and rules to evidence and how they affect trials.

Grades: 11

Credits: 1

SINGLEY

LOCAL – STATE – FEDERAL: In Law Enforcement I students will gain the knowledge and skills necessary to prepare for a career in law enforcement. Students are given an overview of the history, organization, and functions of local, state, and federal law enforcement. This course includes the role of constitutional law, the United States legal system, criminal law, law enforcement terminology, and the classification and elements of crime.

Credits: 1

SINGLEY

Grades: 9

+ (AND)

Credits: 1

SINGLEY

INVESTIGATE – FACILITATE – COLLECT: In Criminal Investigation students develop the skills and knowledge in the procedures, techniques, and applications of private and public investigations. The student will learn about the elements required to conduct an effective, efficient investigation; and how to use the equipment, technology and procedures to facilitate a successful investigation. The student will learn the various investigative responsibilities: documenting a crime scene, writing reports, search crime scenes and suspects, identifying and collecting physical evidence for forensic examination, obtaining information and identifying and arresting suspects. The student will learn how to respond to natural and man-made disasters and will have the opportunity to obtain FEMA certifications. Correctional Services [75451/2A CORRSRVS 13029700] Grades: 10

+ (AND)

Credits: 1

SINGLEY

LAWS – TACTICS – SEARCH: In Correctional Services, students prepare for certification required for employment as a correctional officer. The student will learn the role and responsibilities of a correctional officer; discuss relevant rules, regulations, and laws; and discuss defensive tactics, restraint techniques, and first aid procedures as used in the correctional setting. The student will learn proper booking, identification, search and inventory procedures. The student will learn how to identify uncooperative and violent inmates and the disciplinary procedures to be used. The student will learn about emergency procedures, and how to respond to hostage situations, suicidal subjects, mental health crisis situations and disruptive groups. The student will identify sources of officer stress and how to handle stress. The student will analyze rehabilitation and alternatives to institutionalization. Forensic Science [36151/2A FORENSCI 13029500] [Prerequisites: Biology & Chemistry]

+ (AND)

Grades: 11

Credits: 1

SINGLEY

This is a course that introduces students to the application of science to connect a violation of law to a specific criminal, criminal act, or behavior and victim. Students will learn terminology and procedures related to the search and examination of physical evidence in criminal cases as they are performed in a typical crime laboratory. Using scientific methods, students will collect and analyze evidence such as fingerprints, bodily fluids, hairs, fibers, paint, glass, and cartridge cases. Students will also learn the history and the legal aspects as they relate to each discipline of forensic science.

Credits: 2

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OPERATIONS – EMERGENCY – TESTIMONY: In Law Enforcement II students gain the knowledge and skills necessary to prepare for a career in law enforcement. This course includes the ethical and legal responsibilities, operation of police and emergency telecommunication equipment, and courtroom testimony. Students will have the opportunity to acquire industry certifications and participate in field based leadership activities.

107

+ (AND)

The Practicum is designed to give students supervised practical application of previously studied knowledge and skills. This course serves as the capstone courses for students completing the Law Enforcement pathway. Students will be required to complete a paid, or unpaid work experience. The type of work and hours assigned will be determined by the instructor. Students must have an assigned practicum within 10 days of enrollment and all required paperwork must be signed by parents and submitted within 10 days of enrollment. Students must be 16 years old and subject to a background check [background check costs will be covered by the program] and drug screening (paid by district) prior to assignment. Students will be required to provide their own transportation to and from work.


HOMELAND SECURITY STUDENT / PARENT ORIENTATION REQUIRED.

1 

Principles of Cyber Security [77641/2A CYBRSECHOMSEC N1302810]

2 

Court Systems and Practices [77661/2A COURTSPHOMSEC 13029600]

3 

 National Security [77681/2A NATLSEC 13018800]

Grades: 9

Credits: 1

Criminal Investigation [77651/2A CRINVESTHOMSEC 13029550] SINGLEY

NETWORK – MEDIA – ONLINE: In Principles of Cyber Security students will introduced to the profession in cyber security services. Students will examine the roles and responsibilities of police, courts, private security, emergency agencies, protective agencies, and emergency services as related to cyber security. Students develop cyber security skills and knowledge to adapt to emerging technologies used in the global environment. Students implement personal and interpersonal security skills to prepare for a rapidly evolving cyber workplace and environment. Students enhance reading, writing, computing, communication, and reasoning skills and apply them to the information technology relating to cyber security.

Grades: 10

Credits: 1

Credits: 1

+ (AND)

Credits: 1

SINGLEY

FACTS – SEARCHES – INTERROGATIONS: In Criminal Investigations involves the study of facts, used to identify, locate and prove the guilt of an accused criminal. A complete criminal investigation can include searching, interviews, interrogations, evidence collection and preservation and various methods of investigation. Modern-day criminal investigations commonly employ many modern scientific techniques and includes activities in determining if a crime has been committed; identifying the perpetrator; apprehending the perpetrator; and providing evidence to support a conviction in court. The student will learn how to respond to natural and man-made disasters. Federal Law Enforcement and Protective Services [77671/2A FEDLEPS 13029800]

SINGLEY

TRIALS – SENTENCING – EVIDENCE: In Court Systems and Practices students will develop knowledge of the federal and state courts systems and operations. Student will learn the key concepts concerning the trial process form pretrial hearing to trial presentations, to the sentencing phase. Students will also examine the type and rules to evidence and how they affect trials.

Grades: 11

Grades: 9

Grades: 10

+ (AND)

Credits: 1

SINGLEY

SECURITY – PREVENTION – PROTECTION: In Federal Law Enforcement and Protective Services students will gain the knowledge and skills necessary to prepare for certification in security services for federal law enforcement and protective services. The course provides an overview of security elements and types of organizations with a focus on security measures used to protect lives, property, and proprietary information, to ensure computer security, to provide information assurance, and to prevent cybercrime.  Foreign Service and Diplomacy [77691/2A FORSRVD 13018900]

SINGLEY

FBI – DHS – NSA: In the National Security program are introduced to the aspects of the national security field. This course is an overview of the system of agencies, which are referred to as the Intelligence Community (IC) that provide national security services. These agencies include Homeland Security (DHS) Federal Bureau of Investigations (FBI), Central Intelligence Agency (CIA), National Security Agency (NSA) and other agencies within the United States. The course will investigate the legal authority of the agencies and departments that create the national security landscape will be examined. Students will plan and tactically prepare for natural and manmade disasters including tornadoes, earthquakes, volcanoes, hurricanes, and weapons of mass destruction (WMD), terrorism and our strategic response.

Grades: 11

+ (AND)

Credits: 1

SINGLEY

DIPLOMATIC – INTERNATIONAL – RELATIONS: In the Foreign Service and Diplomacy students will gain knowledge and experience in the skills kills necessary for careers in foreign service. The course includes law, history, media communication, and international relations associated with the diplomatic environment.

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4

ď‚ľ Practicum in Federal Protective Services [77711/2A PRACHOMSEC 13019000] Grades: 12

Credits: 2

SINGLEY

This course serves as one of the capstone course for students completing the Homeland Security pathway. Students will be required to complete a paid, or unpaid work experience. The type of work and hours assigned will be determined by the instructor. Students must have an assigned practicum within 10 days of enrollment and all required paperwork must be signed by parents and submitted within 10 days of enrollment. Students must be 17 years old and subject to a background check and drug screen [background check and drug screen costs will be covered by the program] prior to assignment. Students will be required to provide their own transportation to and from work.

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CYBER SECURITY STUDENT / PARENT ORIENTATION REQUIRED.

1 

Principles of Cyber Security [76981/2A CYBRSEC N1302810]

2 

Cyber Security Maintenance [76351/2A CYBERMAIN 13027300]

3 

 National Security [77681/2A NATLSEC 13018800]

Grades: 9

Credits: 1

Criminal Investigation [77731/2A CRINVESTCYBR 13029550] SINGLEY

NETWORK – MEDIA – ONLINE: In Principles of Cyber Security students will introduced to the profession in cyber security services. Students will examine the roles and responsibilities of police, courts, private security, emergency agencies, protective agencies, and emergency services as related to cyber security. Students develop cyber security skills and knowledge to adapt to emerging technologies used in the global environment. Students implement personal and interpersonal security skills to prepare for a rapidly evolving cyber workplace and environment. Students enhance reading, writing, computing, communication, and reasoning skills and apply them to the information technology relating to cyber security.

Grades: 10

Credits: 1

Credits: 1

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Credits: 1

SINGLEY

FACTS – SEARCHES – INTERROGATIONS: In Criminal Investigations involves the study of facts, used to identify, locate and prove the guilt of an accused criminal. A complete criminal investigation can include searching, interviews, interrogations, evidence collection and preservation and various methods of investigation. Modern-day criminal investigations commonly employ many modern scientific techniques and includes activities in determining if a crime has been committed; identifying the perpetrator; apprehending the perpetrator; and providing evidence to support a conviction in court. The student will learn how to respond to natural and man-made disasters. Cyber Security I [75021/2A PROGCYBER 13027600]

SINGLEY

DIAGNOSE – SERVICE – INSTALL: Student in the Cyber Security computer maintenance program will develop skills through hands on activities including electrical and electronic theory, computer installation, diagnosis, service, and repair of computer systems. Students will apply knowledge through lab simulations relating to cyber security, network security, and cyber investigations.

Grades: 11

Grades: 9

Grades: 10

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Credits: 1

SINGLEY

THREATS-SECURITY-VULNERABILITIES: Students in Cyber Security I will develop knowledge of the concepts and skills related to cyber security threats in a mobile telecommunications and data networking environment. The skills are then applied to national cyber security needs and information technology security career areas. Students investigate the threats to networks and computers workstations in a global environment, while developing and understanding of the solutions required to protect network and computer information. Students participate in Cyber Patriot where they test their skills for finding vulnerabilities within operating systems while maintaining critical services.  Cyber Security II [77721/2A PROGCYBRII 13027700]

SINGLEY

FBI – DHS – NSA: In the National Security program are introduced to the aspects of the national security field. This course is an overview of the system of agencies, which are referred to as the Intelligence Community (IC) that provide national security services. These agencies include Homeland Security (DHS) Federal Bureau of Investigations (FBI), Central Intelligence Agency (CIA), National Security Agency (NSA) and other agencies within the United States. The course will investigate the legal authority of the agencies and departments that create the national security landscape will be examined. Students will plan and tactically prepare for natural and manmade disasters including tornadoes, earthquakes, volcanoes, hurricanes, and weapons of mass destruction (WMD), terrorism and our strategic response.

Grades: 11

+ (AND)

Credits: 1

SINGLEY

ANALYZE – DEFEND – SAFETY: In Cyber Security II students will expand their knowledge and skills in structured programming techniques and concepts by addressing complex cyber threats through developing comprehensive programming solutions to prevent cyber-attacks on networks and personal computer workstations. Students analyze the social responsibility of business and industry regarding the significant issues relating to cyber security ethics, health, safety, and diversity in society and in the workplace. Students apply technical skills to address cyber security applications of emerging technologies. Students participate in Cyber Patriot where they test their skills for finding vulnerabilities within operating systems while maintaining critical services.

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4

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 Practicum in Cyber Security [77741/2A PRACCYBRSEC 13028000] Grades: 12

Credits: 2

SINGLEY

SKILLS – APPLY – INFORM: In the Cyber Security Practicum students will gain advanced knowledge and skills in the application, design, production, implementation, maintenance, evaluation, and assessment of products, services, and systems relating to Cyber Security. This course serves as one of the capstone course for students completing the Cyber Security pathway. Students will be required to complete a paid, or unpaid work experience. The type of work and hours assigned will be determined by the instructor. Students must have an assigned practicum within 10 days of enrollment and all required paperwork must be signed by parents and submitted within 10 days of enrollment. Students will be required to provide their own transportation to and from work.


FIRE TECHNOLOGY STUDENT / PARENT ORIENTATION REQUIRED.

1 

Principles of Firefighting [77771/2A PRINFIRE 13029200]

2 

Firefighter I [75231/2A FIRE1 13029900]

3 

 Firefighter II [77801/2A FIRE2 13030000]

4

Grades: 9

Credits: 1

Arson Investigation [77781/2A CRINVESTFIRE 13029550] SINGLEY

Fire, Hoses, Helmets, Bunker Gear – sound interesting learn what it takes to be the next generation of firefighters. In Principles of Firefighting students will be actively involved in the development of skills related to the terminology of Firefighting and the career overview of what it takes to be a firefighter. Come join the Singley Firefighting Team.

Grades: 10

Credits: 2

Grades: 9

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Credits: 1

SINGLEY

Fire, Water, Evidence – Join the next generation of Arson Investigators. Arson Investigation introduces future firefighters to the field of investigating how fires start and what fuels them. Students will learn the basics to investigating a fire and how to determine where it started, what started it, and what fueled it. They will learn the basics of crime scene investigation and evidence gathering while learning how to prepare a case for prosecution. Students will also learn the basics of how to prepare and present a case in a courtroom.

SINGLEY

Fire, Hoses, Helmets, Water – Firefighting I starts future firefighters on the path to becoming a certified firefighter. Students will learn how to control water and extinguish simulated fires. Students will develop the terminology to understand the Texas Commission on Fire Protection rules and regulations. They will build on previous knowledge from Firefighting Principles and Arson Investigation in the use and care of firefighting equipment and the importance of being physically fit as a firefighter.

Grades: 11

Credits: 3

SINGLEY

Hoses, Helmets, Air Packs – Firefighting II is the second in a series of course that lay the ground work in preparing students to become certified firefighters. Students will refine their knowledge of the rules and regulations surrounding the firefighting profession. The student will also continue to sharpen their skills in the control of water, fire extinguishers, and hose discipline. Students will study the different types of water supply apparatus and how the effect hose operations.  Firefighter III [77831/2A EXPRLPS1 13030105] – DUAL credit [77821/2A EXPRLPS1 13030105] – Non-dual Grades: 12

Credits: 3

SINGLEY

Hoses, Hoods, Helmets, Breathing Apparatus – In Firefighting III student will practice hands on skills relating on the major operations of firefighting. Students will be enrolled in two dual credit classes are part of the over Firefighter I course. Starting with timed bunker gear drills to the firefighter’s challenge where student climb ladders, carry fire hose, transport manikins in simulated conditions student prepare to become certified firefighters. This course serves as the capstone course for students completing the Fire Technology pathway.

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Anatomy and Physiology [35221/2A ANATPHYS 13020600] Grades: 11

Credits: 1

SINGLEY

This course is a study of the structure and function of the human body including cells, tissues and organs of the following systems: integumentary, skeletal, muscular, nervous and special senses. The lab provides a hands-on learning experience for exploration of human system components and basic physiology. Emphasis is on interrelationships among systems and regulation of physiological functions involved in maintaining homeostasis.  Disaster Response [75471/2A DISRESP N1303011] Grades: 12

Credits: 1

SINGLEY

This course will train students as first responders following a major disaster, utilizing the Community Emergency Response Team model curriculum, adopted by the Federal Emergency Response Agency (FEMA). The CERT curriculum is focused on disaster preparedness, safety and prevention, and immediate disaster services. Students will implement disaster preparedness education training, receive training on life saving skills, problem solving skills, triage, and develop a plan for implementation and education.

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SCHOOL OF INNOVATIVE TECHNOLOGY JACK E. SINGLEY ACADEMY

 identifies a course as ADVANCED.

113


TECHNOLOGY SUPPORT SERVICES STUDENT / PARENT ORIENTATION REQUIRED.

1 

Principles of Information Technology [75301/2A PRINIT 13027200]

2 

Computer Maintenance / Lab [77841/2A COMMTLAB 13027310]

3 

 Networking / Lab [77861/2A NETWRLAB 13027410] – DUAL credit [77851/2A NETWRLAB 13027410] – Non-dual

Grades: 9

Credits: 1

Web Technologies [75361/2A WEBTECH 13027900] SINGLEY

NETWORKING - WI-FI – CONNECTIVITY: In Principles of Information Technology students develop knowledge of the parts of a computer; the hardware components and the programs that are used on the computer; the software associated with information technology. Students will apply word-processing, database, spreadsheet, and presentation management by utilizing Microsoft Office Suite. Students will develop an understanding of computers and computer literacy skills to help them grow and develop the skills of the emerging technologies used throughout the world and in the global marketplace.

Grades: 10

Credits: 2

Grades: 9

+ (AND)

Credit: 1

SINGLEY

CODING – PROGRAMMING – DESIGNING are all part of Web Technologies. Learn how the internet works on code. Join the web technologies class and learn to implement personal and interpersonal skills to prepare you for an evolving workplace environment. Acquire and practice skills that will enable you to successfully perform and interact in a technologydriven job. You will put to use your abilities to read, write compute, communicate, and think when using technology to communicate.

SINGLEY

ASSEMBLE – REPAIR – INSTALL: In Computer Maintenance students will acquire the principles of computer maintenance, including electrical and electronic theory, computer hardware principles, and broad level components related to the installation, diagnosis, service, and repair of computer systems. Students will learn to communicate with internal and external customers, and to evaluate computer hardware, operating system, and software solutions. Student will prepare to take the Comp TIA A+ Certification and Microsoft Technology Associate Certification exams.

Grades: 11

Credits: 2

SINGLEY

CONNECT – INSTALL – MAINTAIN: In Networking students develop knowledge of the concepts and skills related to information and communications technology and practices in order to apply them to personal or career development. Students learn to install, connect, maintain, and repair networked devices. Students will explore Information Technology certifications and careers. Student will prepare to take the Comp TIA A+ Certification, Cisco, and Microsoft Technology Associate Certification exams.

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4

 Computer Technician Practicum / Extended [77881/2A EXCOMPT1 13027505] [Prerequisite: Networking / Lab] Grades: 12

Credits: 3

SINGLEY

SERVICE – REPAIR – DIAGNOSE: In the computer Technician Practicum students will gain knowledge and experience in the area of computer technologies, including advanced knowledge of electrical and electronic theory, computer principles, and components related to the installation, diagnosis, service, and repair of computer-based technology systems. This course serves as the capstone course for students completing the Computer Support Specialist pathway. Students will be required to complete a paid, or unpaid work experience. The type of work and hours assigned will be determined by the instructor. Students must have an assigned practicum within 10 days of enrollment and all required paperwork must be signed by parents and submitted within 10 days of enrollment. Students will be required to provide their own transportation to and from work.

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GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION SYSTEMS STUDENT / PARENT ORIENTATION REQUIRED.

2 

Raster Based Geographic Information Systems [75401/2A RBGIS N1302806]

Geographic Information Systems [75391/2A GIS N1302805]

Grades: 10

Grades: 10

3 

 Practicum in Information Technology [77901/2A PRACIT1 13028000]

4

Credits:

1

SINGLEY

COORDINATES – LONGITUDE – LATITUDE: In Raster Based Geographic Information Systems student will gain knowledge and experience in using discrete uniform cells to represent a specific area of the earth for location services to deploy robotic systems. Students will program and deploy drone prototypes for payload delivery and return.

Grade

11

Credits:

2

Credits:

1

SINGLEY

DRONES – DATA – CAPTURE: In Geographic Information Systems students will learn all aspects of the use of drones in mapping and planning activities. Students will learn the basics of flight and control along with maintenance and safety required to operate a drone. This course will also provide students with the knowledge and skills necessary to utilize computer hardware and software, and geographic data to capture, manage, and analyze geographically referenced information.

SINGLEY

APPLY – OPERATE – DEPLOY: In the Practicum in Information Technology I students will be provided with opportunities in a capstone experience in the areas relating drone deployment and drone deployment systems, including their usage and operation. The Practicum is designed to give students supervised practical application of previously studied knowledge and skills. Practicum experiences may include a variety of experiences appropriate to the nature and level of experience.  Practicum in Information Technology II [77921/2A PRACIT2 13028010] Grade

12

Credits: 2

SINGLEY

DEPLOY – TRAIN – MONITOR: In the Practicum I Information Technology II student will be involved in a capstone experience in global robotic deployment systems. The Practicum is designed to give students supervised practical application of previously studied knowledge and skills. Practicum experiences may include a variety of experiences appropriate to the nature and level of experience.

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ROBOTIC MANUFACTURING STUDENT / PARENT ORIENTATION REQUIRED.

1 

Principles of Robotic Manufacturing [75481/2A PRINROBMAN 13032200]

2 

Manufacturing Engineering Technology I [77951/2A MANENGT1 13032900]

3 

 Manufacturing Engineering Technology II [77961/2A MANENGT2 13032950] [Prerequisite: Manufacturing Engineering Technology I]

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Grades: 9

Credits: 1

Principles of Robotic Engineering [77941/2A PRAPPENG 13036200] SINGLEY

2D – 3D – NIMS: In Principles of Manufacturing students will be introduced to manufacturing – the processing of materials into intermediate or final products. Hand and power tool skills are presented along with shop/machine safety. Students will create 2D products through laser engraving/cutting and 3D products using 3D design software with a 3D printer. Students are expected to earn the first two base NIMS credentials.

Grades: 10

Credits: 1

Credits: 1

+ (AND)

Credits: 1

SINGLEY

DESIGN – PROGRAM – MODEL: In the Principles of Robotic Engineering student will develop an understanding of field of engineering/engineering technology as it relates to the robotic and manufacturing industry. The course also includes essential concepts of technology and design using 3D software, as well as concerns about the social implications of technological change. Students will learn to construct and program basic robots. Robotics I [75671/2A ROBOTIC1 13037000]

SINGLEY

DESIGN – CONTROL – PRODUCE: In Manufacturing Engineering Technology I students will be introduced to continuous manufacturing equipment, sensors, and control. Students will incorporate automatic and robotic equipment into a fully automatic manufacturing line. Students will design a product using computer-aided manufacturing (CAM) software and produce it on a computer numeric control (CNC) machine. Students are expected to earn one of the NIMS CNC Operator credentials.

Grades: 11

Grades: 9

Grades: 10

+ (AND)

Credits: 1

SINGLEY

AUTOMATION – PROTOTYPES – SIMULATION: In Robotics I students will demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary for the robotic and automation industry. Through implementation of the design process, students will transfer advanced academic skills to component designs in a project based environment. Students will build prototypes and or use simulation software to test their design. Additionally, students explore career opportunities, employer expectations, and education needs in the robotic and automation industry. Students will be provided opportunities to participate in field-based activities, including competitive and collaborative events with industry partners.  Robotics II [77971/2A ROBOTIC2 13037050] Grades: 11

SINGLEY

CNC – CAM – NIMS: In Manufacturing Engineering Technology II student will extend their knowledge and study of manufacturing with more advanced and complex equipment, systems, and processes. Students will continue designing products using computer-aided manufacturing (CAM) software and producing them on computer numeric control (CNC) machines. Students are expected to earn the other NIMS CNC Operator credential.

+ (AND)

Credits: 1

SINGLEY

This course supports integration of academic and technical knowledge and skills. Students will have opportunities to reinforce, apply, and transfer knowledge and skills to a variety of settings and problems as well as participate in Robotics competitions. The type of work and hours assigned will be determined by the instructor. Students must have an assigned practicum within 10 days of enrollment and all required paperwork must be signed by parents and submitted within 10 days of enrollment. Students will be required to provide their own transportation to and from work.


4

ď‚ľ Practicum in Robotic Manufacturing [79501/2A PRACROBMAN 13033000] Grades: 12

Credits: 2

SINGLEY

The practicum is designed to give students supervised practical application of previously studied knowledge and skills they have gained in the coherent sequence of courses. Practicum experiences can occur in a variety of locations appropriate to the nature and level of experience. This course serves as the capstone course for students completing the Robotic Manufacturing pathway. Students will be required to complete a paid, or unpaid work experience. The type of work and hours assigned will be determined by the instructor. Students must have an assigned practicum within 10 days of enrollment and all required paperwork must be signed by parents and submitted within 10 days of enrollment. Students will be required to provide their own transportation to and from work.

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VIDEO GAME DESIGN STUDENT / PARENT ORIENTATION REQUIRED.

1 

Video Game Design [77981/2A VIDGD 13009970]

2 

Computer Programming I [78241/2A COMPPRO1VGD 13027600]

3 

 Computer Programming II [78451/2A COMPPRO2VGD 13027700]

4

Grades: 9

Credits: 1

Web Technologies [77991/2A WEBTECHVGD 13027900] SINGLEY

DESIGN – CONSTRUCT – ANIMATE: Students will learn gaming, computerized gaming, evolution of gaming, artistic aspects of perspective, design, animation, technical concepts of collision theory, and programming logic.

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Grades: 10

Credits: 1

SINGLEY

STRUCTURE – EXECUTABLE – CREATE: In Computer Programming I, students will acquire knowledge of structured programming techniques and concepts appropriate to developing executable programs such as video games and creating appropriate documentation. Students will practice necessary skills for career development such as professional behavior, team work, and resume/portfolio building. Students will apply technical skills to develop 2D games that are applicable to a variety of emerging technologies.

Grades: 11

Credits: 1

CODING – TEAMWORK - 2D: In Computer Programming I, students will acquire knowledge of structured programming techniques and concepts appropriate to developing executable programs such as video games and creating appropriate documentation. Students will practice necessary skills for career development such as professional behavior, team work, and resume/portfolio building. Students will apply technical skills to develop 2D games that are applicable to a variety of emerging technologies.  Animation II / Lab [78261/2A ANIMAT2 13008400] – DUAL credit [78631/2A ANIMAT2 13008400] – Non-dual Grades: 11-12

Credits: 2

+ (AND)

SINGLEY

Credit: 1

SINGLEY

CODING – PROGRAMMING – DESIGNING are all part of Web Technologies. Learn how the internet works on code. Join the web technologies class and learn to implement personal and interpersonal skills to prepare you for an evolving workplace environment. Acquire and practice skills that will enable you to successfully perform and interact in a technologydriven job. You will put to use your abilities to read, write compute, communicate, and think when using technology to communicate. Video Game Design II [78254A VIDEOGD2 N1300994] AND [78644A VIDEOGD3 N1300995] Grades: 10

Credits: 1 (0.5+0.5) SINGLEY

ANIMATE – COLLIDE – LOGIC: Students will learn enhance their ability to create and animate games. Students will participate in a simulation of a real video game design team while developing technical proficiency in constructing an original game design.

Animation I [76381/2A ANIMAT1 13008300] – DUAL credit [74231/2A ANIMAT1 13008300] – Non-dual

SINGLEY

DESIGN – PRODUCE – IMPLEMENT: In Animation II students will gain advanced knowledge and skills in the application, design, production, implementation, maintenance, evaluation, and assessment of video game animation by creating 3D models and animation sequences for inclusion in video games, simulations, and animated shorts.

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Grades: 9

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Grades: 11

Credits: 1

SINGLEY

LIGHTING – CAMERA - 3D: In Animation I students will discover the world of animation and aspects of motion graphics. In the course, students will understand the theory and techniques in creating animation used in Video Game design while utilizing appropriate software. Students will create objects in a digital 3-D environment; demonstrate digital lighting and camera operations on constructed objects; edit audio files and image sequences; and explain perspective and dimensions.


SCHOOL OF HEALTH SCIENCE JACK E. SINGLEY ACADEMY

 identifies a course as ADVANCED.

120


HEALTH SCIENCE DUAL CREDIT PATHWAY STUDENT / PARENT ORIENTATION REQUIRED.

1 

Medical Terminology I (HITT 1305) [IISD Medical Terminology] [78281/2A MEDTERM 13020300] – DUAL credit

2 

 Management, Law and Ethics (HPRS 2231) [IISD Health Science Theory] [78291/2A HLTHSCI 13020400] – DUAL credit [Prerequisites: Principles of Health Science AND Biology]

Grades: 9

Credits: 1

SINGLEY

LET’S TALK MEDICAL! In this course, you will achieve comprehension of medical vocabulary appropriate to medical procedures, human anatomy and physiology, and pathophysiology, including word origin and structure through the introduction of prefixes, suffixes, root words, plurals, abbreviations and symbols, surgical procedures, medical specialties, and diagnostic procedures. In order to talk to medical professionals, you have to know the language.

Grades: 10

Credits: 1

SINGLEY

This course will cover the exploration and application of management concepts necessary for effective health profession operations.

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+ (AND)

+ (AND)

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Principles of Health Science [74561/2A PRINHLSC 13020200] Grades: 9

Credits: 1

SINGLEY

HOW DO YOU FEEL TODAY? To begin your pathway to a career in health science, you need an overview of the therapeutic, diagnostic, health informatics, support services, and biotechnology research and development systems of the health care industry. With this background, your future in the health care field can begin.

 Wellness and Health (HPRS 1202) [IISD World Health Research] [78301/2A WORLDHR 13020900] – DUAL credit [Prerequisites: Biology AND Chemistry] Grades: 10

Credits: 1

SINGLEY

This course provides an overview of wellness theory and its application throughout the lifespan with a focus on attitude development, impact of cultural beliefs, and communication of wellness. Anatomy and Physiology [35221/2A ANATPHYS 13020600] Grades: 10

Credits: 1

SINGLEY

This course is designed for students to conduct laboratory and field investigations, use scientific methods during investigations, and make informed decisions using critical thinking and scientific problem solving. Students in Anatomy and Physiology will study a variety of topics, including the structure and function of the human body and the interaction of body systems for maintaining homeostasis.


3  OR

 Basic Health Profession Skills (HPRS 1204) [IISD Practicum in Health Science] [78331/2A PRACHLS1 13020500] – DUAL credit [Prerequisites: Principles of Health Science AND Health Science Theory AND Biology] Grades: 11

Credits: 2

SINGLEY

THE PATIENT NEEDS YOU! It is in a practicum that you are given the practical application to use your knowledge and skills. Your experiences will vary and may include clinical rotations and an internship. You will receive CPR training. You will have the opportunity to your skills to patient care and safety, basic patient monitoring, and health records management.  Pharmacology for Health Professionals (HPRS 2300) [IISD Pharmacology] [78571/2A PHARMC 13020950] – DUAL credit [Prerequisites: Biology AND Chemistry] Grades: 11

Credits: 1

Biology for Science Majors (BIOL 1406/1407) [IISD Scientific Research and Design I] [36161/2A SCIRD DC 13037200] –Dual Credit

+ OR

SINGLEY

Credits: 2

SINGLEY

THE TIME HAS COME! You will have practical applications of knowledge and skills, dealing directly with patients and in a health care facility, working side by side with health care professionals, helping today’s patient manage their individual health issues. Through in-class simulation experiences, you will be prepared to perform patient care utilizing critical thinking and advanced clinical skills. This course serves as the capstone course for students completing the Patient Care Technician pathway. Students will be required to complete a paid, or unpaid work experience. The type of work and hours assigned will be determined by the instructor. Students are required to take a criminal background test and drug screening which the district will pay for. Students must have an assigned practicum within 10 days of enrollment and all required paperwork must be signed by parents and submitted within 10 days of enrollment. Students will be required to provide their own transportation to and from work.

SINGLEY

 Pathophysiology (HPRS 2201) [IISD Pathophysiology] [35371/2A PATHO 13020800] – DUAL credit [Prerequisites: Biology AND Chemistry] Grades: 11

Credits: 1

SINGLEY

YOU HAVE A DISEASE! Was it preventable? You will conduct field investigations, use scientific methods during investigations, and make informed decisions using critical thinking and scientific problem-solving study disease processes and how humans are affected. You will learn the value of prevention as well as how to treat diseases while differentiating between normal and abnormal physiology.

 Basic Health Profession Skills II (HPRS 2210) [IISD Practicum in Health Science II] [78351/2A PRACHLS2 13020510] – DUAL credit Grades: 12

Credits: 1

(AND)

I NEED MY PRESCRIPTION FILLED TODAY! Before filling the prescription, you need to study how natural and synthetic chemical agents such as drugs affect biological systems. Your knowledge of the properties of therapeutic agents, drug classifications, actions, adverse effects, routes of administration and calculation of dosages are vital in providing quality health care. There is an ever-changing, growing body of information that continually demands greater amounts of time and education from health care workers like YOU.

4

Grades: 11-12

Anat and Physiology (BIOL 2401/2402) [IISD Scientific Research and Design II] [36241/2A SCIRD2 13037210] – DUAL credit

+ (AND)

Grades: 12

Credits: 1

SINGLEY

This course is a study of the structure and function of the human body including cells, tissues and organs of the following systems: integumentary, skeletal, muscular, nervous and special senses. The lab provides a hands-on learning experience for exploration of human system components and basic physiology. Emphasis is on interrelationships among systems and regulation of physiological functions involved in maintaining homeostasis.

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PATIENT CARE TECHNICIAN STUDENT / PARENT ORIENTATION REQUIRED.

1 

Principles of Health Science [74561/2A PRINHLSC 13020200]

2 

Health Science Theory [74581/2A HLTHSCI 13020400] [Prerequisites: Principles of Health Science AND Biology]

3 

 Practicum in Health Science [78321/2A PRACHLS1 13020500] [Prerequisites: Principles of Health Science AND Health Science Theory AND Biology]

123

Grades: 9

Credits: 1

Medical Terminology [74571/2A MEDTERM 13020300] SINGLEY

HOW DO YOU FEEL TODAY? To begin your pathway to a career in health science, you need an overview of the therapeutic, diagnostic, health informatics, support services, and biotechnology research and development systems of the health care industry. With this background, your future in the health care field can begin.

Grades: 10

Credits: 1

SINGLEY

This course will cover the exploration and application of management concepts necessary for effective health profession operations.

Grades: 9

+ (AND)

Credits: 2

SINGLEY

THE PATIENT NEEDS YOU! It is in a practicum that you are given the practical application to use your knowledge and skills. Your experiences will vary and may include clinical rotations and an internship. You will receive CPR training. You will have the opportunity to your skills to patient care and safety, basic patient monitoring, and health records management.

SINGLEY

LET’S TALK MEDICAL! In this course, you will achieve comprehension of medical vocabulary appropriate to medical procedures, human anatomy and physiology, and pathophysiology, including word origin and structure through the introduction of prefixes, suffixes, root words, plurals, abbreviations and symbols, surgical procedures, medical specialties, and diagnostic procedures. In order to talk to medical professionals, you have to know the language. Anatomy and Physiology [35221/2A ANATPHYS 13020600] Grades: 10

+ (AND)

Grades: 11

Credits: 1

Credits: 1

SINGLEY

This course is designed for students to conduct laboratory and field investigations, use scientific methods during investigations, and make informed decisions using critical thinking and scientific problem solving. Students in Anatomy and Physiology will study a variety of topics, including the structure and function of the human body and the interaction of body systems for maintaining homeostasis.


4

ď‚ľ Practicum in Health Science II [74961/2A PRACHLS2 13020510] [Prerequisite: Practicum in Health Science] Grades: 12

Credits: 2

SINGLEY

THE TIME HAS COME! You will have practical applications of knowledge and skills, dealing directly with patients and in a health care facility, working side by side with health care professionals, helping today’s patient manage their individual health issues. Through in-class simulation experiences, you will be prepared to perform patient care utilizing critical thinking and advanced clinical skills. This course serves as the capstone course for students completing the Patient Care Technician pathway. Students will be required to complete a paid, or unpaid work experience. The type of work and hours assigned will be determined by the instructor. Students are required to take a criminal background test and drug screening which the district will pay for. Students must have an assigned practicum within 10 days of enrollment and all required paperwork must be signed by parents and submitted within 10 days of enrollment. Students will be required to provide their own transportation to and from work.

124


PHARMACY TECHNICIAN STUDENT / PARENT ORIENTATION REQUIRED.

1 

Principles of Health Science [74561/2A PRINHLSC 13020200]

2 

Health Science Theory [74581/2A HLTHSCI 13020400] [Prerequisites: Principles of Health Science AND Biology]

3 

 Pharmacology [78371/2A PHARMC 13020950] [Prerequisites: Biology AND Chemistry]

4

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Grades: 9

Credits: 1

Medical Terminology [74571/2A MEDTERM 13020300] SINGLEY

HOW DO YOU FEEL TODAY? To begin your pathway to a career in health science, you need an overview of the therapeutic, diagnostic, health informatics, support services, and biotechnology research and development systems of the health care industry. With this background, your future in the health care field can begin.

Grades: 10

Credits: 1

SINGLEY

This course will cover the exploration and application of management concepts necessary for effective health profession operations.

Grades: 9

+ (AND)

Credits: 1

SINGLEY

 Practicum in Health Science (Pharmacy Tech) [74971/2A PRACPHARMTECH 13020500] Credits: 2

LET’S TALK MEDICAL! In this course, you will achieve comprehension of medical vocabulary appropriate to medical procedures, human anatomy and physiology, and pathophysiology, including word origin and structure through the introduction of prefixes, suffixes, root words, plurals, abbreviations and symbols, surgical procedures, medical specialties, and diagnostic procedures. In order to talk to medical professionals, you have to know the language.

Grades: 10

+

Credits: 1

SINGLEY

This course is designed for students to conduct laboratory and field investigations, use scientific methods during investigations, and make informed decisions using critical thinking and scientific problem solving. Students in Anatomy and Physiology will study a variety of topics, including the structure and function of the human body and the interaction of body systems for maintaining homeostasis.  Pathophysiology [36141/2A PATHO 13020800] [Prerequisites: Biology AND Chemistry]

I NEED MY PRESCRIPTION FILLED TODAY! Before filling the prescription, you need to study how natural and synthetic chemical agents such as drugs affect biological systems. Your knowledge of the properties of therapeutic agents, drug classifications, actions, adverse effects, routes of administration and calculation of dosages are vital in providing quality health care. There is an everchanging, growing body of information that continually demands greater amounts of time and education from health care workers like YOU.

Grades: 12

SINGLEY

Anatomy and Physiology [35221/2A ANATPHYS 13020600]

(AND)

Grades: 11

Credits: 1

SINGLEY

THE TIME HAS COME! You will have practical applications of knowledge and skills, dealing directly with patient prescription needs, working side by side with health care professionals, helping today’s patient manage their individual health issues. This course serves as the capstone course for students completing the Pharmacy Technician program of pathway. Students will be required to complete a paid, or unpaid work experience. The type of work and hours assigned will be determined by the instructor. Students are required to take a criminal background check and drug screening which the district will pay for. Students will be required to provide their own transportation to and from work.

+ (AND)

Grades: 11

Credits: 1

SINGLEY

YOU HAVE A DISEASE! Was it preventable? You will conduct field investigations, use scientific methods during investigations, and make informed decisions using critical thinking and scientific problem-solving study disease processes and how humans are affected. You will learn the value of prevention as well as how to treat diseases while differentiating between normal and abnormal physiology.


DENTAL STUDENT / PARENT ORIENTATION REQUIRED.

1 

Principles of Health Science [74561/2A PRINHLSC 13020200]

2  3 

Health Science Theory (Dental) / Health Science Clinical [78391/2A HLSCLIN 13020410] [Prerequisites: Principles of Health Science AND Biology]

4

Grades: 9

Credits: 1

Medical Terminology [74571/2A MEDTERM 13020300] SINGLEY

HOW DO YOU FEEL TODAY? To begin your pathway to a career in health science, you need an overview of the therapeutic, diagnostic, health informatics, support services, and biotechnology research and development systems of the health care industry. With this background, your future in the health care field can begin.

Grades: 10

Credits: 2

Grades: 9

+ (AND)

Credits: 1

SINGLEY

LET’S TALK MEDICAL! In this course, you will achieve comprehension of medical vocabulary appropriate to medical procedures, human anatomy and physiology, and pathophysiology, including word origin and structure through the introduction of prefixes, suffixes, root words, plurals, abbreviations and symbols, surgical procedures, medical specialties, and diagnostic procedures. In order to talk to medical professionals, you have to know the language.

SINGLEY

This course will cover the exploration and application of management concepts necessary for effective health profession operations associated with the dental field.  Practicum in Health Science [74631/2A PRACHLS1DENTAL 13020500] [Prerequisites: Principles of Health Science AND Health Science Theory AND Biology] Grades: 11

Credits: 2

SINGLEY

THE PATIENT NEEDS YOU! It is in a practicum that you are given the practical application to use your knowledge and skills. Your experiences will vary and may include clinical rotations and an internship. You will receive CPR training. You will have the opportunity to your skills to patient care and safety, basic patient monitoring, and health records management.  Practicum in Health Science II (Dental) [74511/2A PRACHLS2DENTAL 13020510] [Prerequisites: Practicum in Health Science] Grades: 12

Credits: 2

SINGLEY

THE TIME HAS COME! You will have practical applications of knowledge and skills, dealing directly with patients and in a health care facility, working side by side with health care professionals, helping today’s patient manage their individual health issues. This course serves as the capstone course for students completing the Dental pathway. Students will be required to complete a paid, or unpaid work experience. The type of work and hours assigned will be determined by the instructor. Students must have an assigned practicum within 10 days of enrollment and all required paperwork must be signed by parents and submitted within 10 days of enrollment. Students will be required to provide their own transportation to and from work.

OR

 Practicum in Health Science II (Dental) / Extended [78551/2A EXPRHLS2DENTAL 13020515] Grade:

12

Credits: 3

SINGLEY

Should your schedule permit, you may acquire an additional credit for this course and spend additional time at your approved practicum.

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EMERGENCY MEDICAL TECHNICIAN STUDENT / PARENT ORIENTATION REQUIRED.

1 

Principles of Health Science [74561/2A PRINHLSC 13020200]

2 

Health Science Theory [74581/2A HLTHSCI 13020400] [Prerequisites: Principles of Health Science AND Biology]

3 

 Practicum in Health Science (EMT) [78411/2A PRACHLS1EMT 13020500] [Prerequisites: Principles of Health Science AND Health Science Theory AND Biology]

4

Grades: 9

Credits: 1

Medical Terminology [74571/2A MEDTERM 13020300] SINGLEY

HOW DO YOU FEEL TODAY? To begin your pathway to a career in health science, you need an overview of the therapeutic, diagnostic, health informatics, support services, and biotechnology research and development systems of the health care industry. With this background, your future in the health care field can begin.

Grades: 10

Credits: 1

SINGLEY

This course will cover the exploration and application of management concepts necessary for effective health profession operations.

+ (AND)

Grades: 11

Credits: 2

SINGLEY

THE PATIENT NEEDS YOU! It is in a practicum that you are given the practical application to use your knowledge and skills. Your experiences will vary and may include clinical rotations and an internship. You will receive CPR training. You will have the opportunity to your skills to patient care and safety, basic patient monitoring, and health records management.  Practicum in Health Science II (EMT) [78421/2A EXPRHLS1EMT D/C 13020505] – DUAL credit [Prerequisite: Application Process] Credits: 3

SINGLEY

THE TIME HAS COME! You will have practical applications of knowledge and skills, dealing directly with patients and in a health care facility, working side by side with health care professionals, helping today’s patient manage their individual health issues. This course serves as the capstone course for students completing the Emergency Medical Technician pathway. Students will be required to complete a paid, or unpaid work experience. The type of work and hours assigned will be determined by the instructor. Students are required to have a criminal background check and drug screening, which the district will pay for. Students must have an assigned practicum within 10 days of enrollment and all required paperwork must be signed by parents and submitted within 10 days of enrollment. Students will be required to provide their own transportation to and from work.

Credits: 1

SINGLEY

LET’S TALK MEDICAL! In this course, you will achieve comprehension of medical vocabulary appropriate to medical procedures, human anatomy and physiology, and pathophysiology, including word origin and structure through the introduction of prefixes, suffixes, root words, plurals, abbreviations and symbols, surgical procedures, medical specialties, and diagnostic procedures. In order to talk to medical professionals, you have to know the language. Anatomy and Physiology [35221/2A ANATPHYS 13020600] Grades: 10

+ (AND)

Grades: 12

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Grades: 9

Credits: 1

SINGLEY

This course is designed for students to conduct laboratory and field investigations, use scientific methods during investigations, and make informed decisions using critical thinking and scientific problem solving. Students in Anatomy and Physiology will study a variety of topics, including the structure and function of the human body and the interaction of body systems for maintaining homeostasis. Biology for Science Majors (BIOL 1406/1407) [IISD Scientific Research and Design I] [36161/2A SCIRD DC 13037200] –Dual Credit

+

Grades: 11-12

Credits: 1

SINGLEY

(AND)

Anat and Physiology (BIOL 2401/2402) [IISD Scientific Research and Design II] [36241/2A SCIRD2 13037210] – DUAL credit

+ (AND)

Grades: 12

Credits: 1

SINGLEY

This course is a study of the structure and function of the human body including cells, tissues and organs of the following systems: integumentary, skeletal, muscular, nervous and special senses. The lab provides a hands-on learning experience for exploration of human system components and basic physiology. Emphasis is on interrelationships among systems and regulation of physiological functions involved in maintaining homeostasis.


SPORTS REHABILITATION STUDENT / PARENT ORIENTATION REQUIRED.

1 

Principles of Health Science [74561/2A PRINHLSC 13020200]

2 

Health Science Theory [74581/2A HLTHSCI 13020400] [Prerequisites: Principles of Health Science AND Biology]

3 

 Practicum in Health Science (Trainer) [74611/2A PRACHLS1TRAINER 13020500] [Prerequisites: Principles of Health Science AND Health Science Theory AND Biology]

Grades: 9

Credits: 1

Medical Terminology [74571/2A MEDTERM 13020300] SINGLEY

HOW DO YOU FEEL TODAY? To begin your pathway to a career in health science, you need an overview of the therapeutic, diagnostic, health informatics, support services, and biotechnology research and development systems of the health care industry. With this background, your future in the health care field can begin.

Grades: 10

Credits: 1

SINGLEY

This course will cover the exploration and application of management concepts necessary for effective health profession operations.

Grades: 9

+ (AND)

Credits: 2

SINGLEY

THE PATIENT NEEDS YOU! It is in a practicum that you are given the practical application to use your knowledge and skills. Your experiences will vary and may include clinical rotations and an internship. You will receive CPR training. You will have the opportunity to your skills to patient care and safety, basic patient monitoring, and health records management.

SINGLEY

LET’S TALK MEDICAL! In this course, you will achieve comprehension of medical vocabulary appropriate to medical procedures, human anatomy and physiology, and pathophysiology, including word origin and structure through the introduction of prefixes, suffixes, root words, plurals, abbreviations and symbols, surgical procedures, medical specialties, and diagnostic procedures. In order to talk to medical professionals, you have to know the language. Anatomy and Physiology [35221/2A ANATPHYS 13020600] Grades: 10

+ (AND)

Grades: 11

Credits: 1

Credits: 1

SINGLEY

This course is designed for students to conduct laboratory and field investigations, use scientific methods during investigations, and make informed decisions using critical thinking and scientific problem solving. Students in Anatomy and Physiology will study a variety of topics, including the structure and function of the human body and the interaction of body systems for maintaining homeostasis. Biology for Science Majors (BIOL 1406/1407) [IISD Scientific Research and Design I] [36161/2A SCIRD DC 13037200] –Dual Credit

+

Grades: 11-12

Credits: 1

SINGLEY

(AND)

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4

 Practicum in Health Science II [74961/2A PRACHLS2 13020510] [Prerequisite: Practicum in Health Science] Grades: 12

Credits: 2

Anat and Physiology (BIOL 2401/2402) [IISD Scientific Research and Design II] [36241/2A SCIRD2 13037210] – DUAL Credit SINGLEY

THE TIME HAS COME! You will have practical applications of knowledge and skills, dealing directly with patients and in a health care facility, working side by side with health care professionals, helping today’s patient manage their individual health issues. Through in-class simulation experiences, you will be prepared to perform patient care utilizing critical thinking and advanced clinical skills. This course serves as the capstone course for students completing the Sports Rehabilitation pathway. Students will be required to complete a paid, or unpaid work experience. The type of work and hours assigned will be determined by the instructor. Students are required to take a criminal background test and drug screening which the district will pay for. Students must have an assigned practicum within 10 days of enrollment and all required paperwork must be signed by parents and submitted within 10 days of enrollment. Students will be required to provide their own transportation to and from work.

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+ (AND)

Grades: 11-12

Credits: 1

SINGLEY

This course is a study of the structure and function of the human body including cells, tissues and organs of the following systems: integumentary, skeletal, muscular, nervous and special senses. The lab provides a hands-on learning experience for exploration of human system components and basic physiology. Emphasis is on interrelationships among systems and regulation of physiological functions involved in maintaining homeostasis.


SCHOOL OF CULINARY ARTS AND HOSPITALITY SERVICES JACK E. SINGLEY ACADEMY

 identifies a course as ADVANCED.

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CULINARY ARTS STUDENT / PARENT ORIENTATION REQUIRED.

1 

Principles of Hospitality and Culinary Arts [74671/2A PRINHOSP 13022200]

2 

Introduction to Culinary Arts [76681/2A INCULART 13022550]

3 

 Culinary Arts – DUAL CREDIT [78431/2A CULARTS 13022600] – DUAL credit [74721/2A CULARTS 13022600] – Non-dual

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Grades: 9

Credits: 1

Travel and Tourism Management [74701/2A TRTORMGT 13022500] SINGLEY

TRAVEL! AMUSEMENT PARKS! RECREATION! HOTELS AND RESORTS! FOOD! Learn about all of these, as well as the various and multifaceted career options available to you in the Hospitality cluster. This includes an overview of the travel and tourism industry, amusement park industry, recreation industry, resort industry and food and beverage industry. You will apply knowledge through a variety of experiences and activities including, simulations, competitive events, and field-based activities including assisting with the schoolbased restaurant enterprise.

Grades: 10

Credits: 1

Credits: 2

+ (AND)

Credits: 1

SINGLEY

WHERE DO YOU WANT TO GO? HOW WILL YOU GET THERE? Explore the management principles and procedures of the travel and tourism industry. Learn about destination geography, airlines, international travel, cruising, travel by rail, lodging, recreation, amusements, attractions, and resorts. Employment qualifications and opportunities are also included in this course.

Hotel Management [74681/2A HOTELMGT 13022300] SINGLEY

LEARN ALL ABOUT FOOD AND THE RESTAURANT INDUSTRY! Find out the insight into the operation of a well-run restaurant. You will learn about planning, organizing, staffing, directing, and controlling the management of a variety of food service operations. Learn food production skills, various levels of industry management, and hospitality skills. This is an entry level course for students interested in pursuing a career in the food service industry. This course is offered as a classroom and laboratory-based course.

Grades: 11

Grades: 9

SINGLEY

COME WORK IN THE FIREBIRD CAFÉ ENTERPRISE! This laboratory-based course begins with the fundamentals and principles of the art of food preparation and includes management and production skills and techniques. Students can pursue a national sanitation certification and other appropriate industry certifications. The knowledge and skills required for careers in the restaurant, food, and beverage industry are practiced as food is prepared for campus based restaurant and events. Students will be provided the opportunity to apply their skills in the Firebird Café restaurant and catering operations. This is an advanced course for students completing the Culinary Arts pathway. NOTE: This class will require students to work extended hours before and after school and on weekends. Students must provide their own transportation during extended hours and weekend assignments.

Grades: 10

+ (AND)

Credits: 1

SINGLEY

LEARN EVERY FACET OF THE HOTEL INDUSTRY! The DFW area is filled with opportunities within the hotel industry. This course focuses on the knowledge and skills needed to pursue staff and management positions available in the hotel industry. This in-depth study of the lodging industry includes departments within a hotel such as front desk, food and beverage, housekeeping, maintenance, human resources, and accounting. This course will focus on, but not be limited to, professional communication, leadership, management, human resources, technology, and accounting.


4

ď‚ľ Practicum in Culinary Arts [74731/2A PRACCUL1 13022700] [Prerequisite: Culinary Arts] Grades: 12

Credits: 2

SINGLEY

Practicum in Culinary Arts is designed to give students supervised practical application of previously studied knowledge and skills introduced in culinary arts. This course is a unique practicum that is designed to provide students with opportunities to continue their learning experience through a paid or unpaid arrangement and occur in a variety of locations appropriate to the nature and level of experience. Students implement personal and interpersonal skills to strengthen individual performance in the workplace and in society and to make a successful transition to the workforce or postsecondary education. This course serves as one of the capstone courses for students completing the School of Culinary Arts pathway. The type of work and hours assigned will be determined by the instructor. Students must have an assigned practicum within 10 days of enrollment and all required paperwork must be signed by parents and submitted within 10 days of enrollment. Students must be at least 16 years of age, and provide their own transportation to and from the worksite.

OR

ď‚ľ Practicum in Culinary Arts / Extended [76701/2A EXPRCUL1 13022705] Grades: 12

Credits: 3

SINGLEY

Should your schedule permit, you may acquire an additional credit for this course and spend additional time at your approved practicum.

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HOSPITALITY SERVICES STUDENT / PARENT ORIENTATION REQUIRED.

1 

Principles of Hospitality and Culinary Arts [74671/2A PRINHOSP 13022200]

2 

Introduction to Culinary Arts [76681/2A INCULART 13022550]

3 

 Hospitality Services [78441/2A HOSPSRVS 13022800] – DUAL credit [75691/2A HOSPSRVS 13022800] – Non-dual

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Grades: 9

Credits: 1

Travel and Tourism Management [74701/2A TRTORMGT 13022500] SINGLEY

TRAVEL! AMUSEMENT PARKS! RECREATION! HOTELS AND RESORTS! FOOD! Learn about all of these, as well as the various and multifaceted career options available to you in the Hospitality cluster. This includes an overview of the travel and tourism industry, amusement park industry, recreation industry, resort industry and food and beverage industry. You will apply knowledge through a variety of experiences and activities including, simulations, competitive events, and field-based activities including assisting with the schoolbased restaurant enterprise.

Grades: 10-11

Credits: 1

Credits: 2

+ (AND)

Credits: 1

SINGLEY

WHERE DO YOU WANT TO GO? HOW WILL YOU GET THERE? Explore the management principles and procedures of the travel and tourism industry. Learn about destination geography, airlines, international travel, cruising, travel by rail, lodging, recreation, amusements, attractions, and resorts. Employment qualifications and opportunities are also included in this course.

Hotel Management [74681/2A HOTELMGT 13022300] SINGLEY

LEARN ALL ABOUT FOOD AND THE RESTAURANT INDUSTRY! Find out the insight into the operation of a well-run restaurant. You will learn about planning, organizing, staffing, directing, and controlling the management of a variety of food service operations. Learn food production skills, various levels of industry management, and hospitality skills. This is an entry level course for students interested in pursuing a career in the food service industry. This course is offered as a classroom and laboratory-based course.

Grades: 11

Grades: 9

Grades: 10-11

+ (AND)

Credits: 1

SINGLEY

LEARN EVERY FACET OF THE HOTEL INDUSTRY! The DFW area is filled with opportunities within the hotel industry. This course focuses on the knowledge and skills needed to pursue staff and management positions available in the hotel industry. This in-depth study of the lodging industry includes departments within a hotel such as front desk, food and beverage, housekeeping, maintenance, human resources, and accounting. This course will focus on, but not be limited to, professional communication, leadership, management, human resources, technology, and accounting.

SINGLEY

COME WORK IN THE FIREBIRD CAFÉ ENTERPRISE! Hospitality Services provides students with the academic and technical preparation to pursue highdemand and high-skill careers in hospitality related industries. The knowledge and skills are acquired within a sequential, standards-based program that integrates hands-on and project-based instruction. 17 Standards included in the Hospitality Services course are designed to prepare students for nationally recognized industry certifications, postsecondary education, and entry-level careers. In addition, Hospitality Services is designed so that performance standards meet employer expectations, enhancing the employability of students. Instruction may be delivered through laboratory training or through internships, mentoring, or job shadowing. Students are encouraged to participate in extended learning experiences such as career and technical student organizations and other leadership or extracurricular organizations. NOTE: This class will require students to work extended hours before and after school and on weekends. Students must provide their own transportation during extended hours and weekend assignments.  Practicum in Hospitality Services [74761/2A PRACHOS1 13022900] [Prerequisite: Hospitality Services] Grades: 12

Credits: 2

SINGLEY

OR

 Practicum in Hospitality Services / Extended [78521/2A EXPRHOS1 13022905] Grades: 12

Credits: 3

SINGLEY


A unique practicum experience provides opportunities for students to participate in a learning experience that combines classroom instruction with actual business and industry career experiences. Practicum in Hospitality Services integrates academic and career and technical education; provides more interdisciplinary instruction; and supports strong partnerships among schools, businesses, and community institutions with the goal of preparing students with a variety of skills in a fast-changing workplace. This internship program may be paid, or unpaid. The type of work and hours assigned will be determined by the instructor. Students must have an assigned practicum within 10 days of enrollment and all required paperwork must be signed by parents and submitted within 10 days of enrollment. Students must be at least 16 years of age, and provide their own transportation to and from the work site.

Should your schedule permit, you may acquire an additional credit for this course and spend additional time at your approved practicum.

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Additional Courses at Singley These courses are available based on space availability and should be taken concurrently, or upon completion of a program of study. Business Information Management I [74371/2A BUSIM1 13011400] Grades: 10-12

Credits:

Professional Communications [16394A PROFCOMM 13009900] 1

SINGLEY

GET MICROSOFT OFFICE CERTIFIED! Students will learn Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Access and Power Point). Students will work towards acquiring the Microsoft Office Specialist Certification in each of the major programs. Students will also learn desktop publishing and will improve keyboarding skills. General Employability Skills [78591/2A GEMPLS N1270153] Grades: 10-12

Credits:

1

SINGLEY

This course provides students with knowledge of the prerequisite skills for general employment as well as the means of obtaining those skills. Employability skills include fundamentals of maintenance of personal appearance and grooming. The course also includes the knowledge, skills, and attitudes that allow employees to get along with their co-workers, make important work-related decisions, and become strong members of the work team. Discovering job possibilities that link skills, abilities, interests, values, needs, and work environment preferences is a part of the process of obtaining employability skills and abilities and is experiential learning that takes place over time Parenting Education for School Aged Parents I (Counselor Recommendation) [74921/2A PAEDSAP1 N1302536] Grades: 9-12

Credits:

1

SINGLEY

This laboratory course is designed to address the special needs and interests of male and female students who are parents, who are pregnant, or who are expecting to become parents in the near future. Parenting Education for School Aged Parents II (Counselor Recommendation) [74941/2A PAEDSAP2 N1302537] Grades: 9-12

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Credits:

1

SINGLEY

Grades: 9

Credits:

0.5

SINGLEY

MAY I HAVE YOUR ATTENTION? I WOULD LIKE TO SPEAK! You now need to begin preparing for a career in the global economy that will require you to be creative and have a strong background in computer and technology applications, a strong and solid academic foundation, and a proficiency in professional oral and written communication. Through this course, you will be prepared for the world once you have developed and expanded your ability to write, read, edit, speak, listen, apply software applications, manipulate computer graphics, and conduct Internet research. Are you ready?


Frequently Asked Questions

What is Dual Credit?

What is Pre-AP?

Dual Credit is a pre-college program through which qualified high school students are able to enroll in specifically approved classes taught by qualified high school teachers on the high school campus during normal high school hours. Students receive “dual credit�, i.e. both high school and college credit for their work.

Pre-Advanced Placement (Pre-AP) courses are available to students in middle and high school. These courses foster a high level of engagement and are open to any student who is willing and prepared to take on challenging course work. The course goes beyond the state standards and is designed to be appropriately rigorous to prepare students to be successful in Advanced Placement (AP) Courses. Within high school, PreAP courses are available in English Language Arts, Mathematics, Science, Social Studies and Languages Other Than English (LOTE).

What is AP? Advanced Placement (AP) courses allow students to participate in college-level courses and possibly earn college credit while still in high school. This is accomplished by taking an end of course AP exam designed by The College Board. The score earned on the AP exam determines college credit. Each university sets the standard for the qualifying score for credit. Consult your intended university for more information on awarding credit. AP courses are offered in English Language Arts, Mathematics, Social Studies, Science, Languages Other Than English, Art and Music. Students enrolled in Advanced Placement (AP) course are required to take the AP Exam for the course in May. Failure to do so will result in the loss of AP weighted points for the course in which the exam is not taken. The test fees for AP tests are paid by the school district.

What is GT?

What is Concurrent Enrollment? High school juniors and seniors can earn college credit at the same time they are completing requirements for high school graduation. Concurrent enrollment courses are taught on the college campus by college professors and high school students have the opportunity to participate in classes right along with full time college students. Some concurrent enrollment courses may be taken for both college credit as well as high school credit, while other courses may be taken strictly for college credit. Concurrent Enrollment Students wishing to take courses at North Lake College for college credit need to see their counselor.

What is Advanced Technical Credit (ATC)? Similar to Dual Credit, Tech Prep courses are career and technical courses that have been articulated (have an agreement) with approved community colleges to receive high school and college credit. These courses are added to student’s college transcript and credit awarded by the college.

What are PRN and FND courses?

Gifted and talented (GT) services are specifically designed for the strengths and learning needs of the gifted learner, grades K-12. Specially trained teachers provide learning opportunities with course content that is either above-grade level or goes beyond the state standards, allowing student to excel and compete at the national level. The students demonstrate skills in self-directed learning, thinking, research and communication and develop innovative products and performances that reflect creativity, individuality and professional-level quality. Students must qualify for these accelerated courses through a referral and assessment process. Gifted courses available at high school are:

Principles (PRN)-Courses designed with modifications to the grade level curriculum. Enrollment in Principles level courses is based on the recommendations from the Individualized Education Program. Fundamentals (FND)-Courses focus on the prerequisite skills to the grade level curriculum. Enrollment in fundamentals level courses is based on the recommendations from the Individualized Education Program

English: English 2 GT, GTISM I-IV, AP Capstone Seminar and Research Mathematics: Geometry GT, Algebra II GT Science: Chemistry GT, AP Physics 1

Administration Contact Deborah George, Division Director of Curriculum and Instruction 2621 W. Airport Freeway Irving, Texas 75062 972-600-5262 dgeorge@irvingisd.net

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HIGH SCHOOL CAMPUS CONTACTS Irving High School 900 N. O’Connor 75061 972-600-6300

Nimitz High School 100 W. Oakdale 75060 972-600-5700 Curtis Mauricio, Principal

Ahna Gomez, Principal Rosalinda Estrada, Counselor

Martha Garcia, Counselor

Kristen Trueblood, Counselor

Natalie Thomas, Counselor

Laura Zimmer, Counselor

Cristina Windom, Counselor

Ashli Abernathy, Counselor

Carlos Sepulveda, Prosper Counselor

Al Harris, Counselor

Pam Polk, Counselor

Ines Herrera, Counselor

Aisha Matthews, Counselor Scott Sunde, Counselor

MacArthur High School 3700 N. MacArthur Blvd. 75062 972-600-7200

Jack E. Singley Academy 4601 N. MacArthur Blvd. 75038 972-600-5300

Deeadra Brown, Principal Michelle Espino, Counselor

Dr. Andre Smith, Principal

Juan Herrera, Counselor

Meliza Villarreal, Counselor

Tina Jain, Counselor

Dr. Rachel Lomax, Counselor

Jessica Alaniz, Counselor

Mayra Vincent, Counselor

Julie Soberanis, Counselor

Tomas Parkland, Counselor

Keneisha McEwen, Counselor

Josie Badillo, Counselor

Judith Sutphin, Counselor

Barbara Cardwell Career Preparatory Center 101 E. Union Bower 75061 972-600-6140 Lesley Kelley, Principal Eddie Vernon, Counselor Paullette Young, Counselor Daniel Chacin, Counselor Jennifer Todd Director, Guidance, Counseling & College Readiness 972-600-5025 jtodd@irvingisd.net

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